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Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
MSG or Mono-sodium Glutamate is food flavoring additive, which is used to make some processed foods taste more appealing. This category would contain questions on MSG and its effects.
473 Questions
Which enzyme catalyzes glutamate oxidative deamination?
Glutamate dehydrogenase an mitochondrial enzyme helps in oxidative deamination of glutamate
It helps to take out the ammonium group from glutamate to make it available for urea synthesis
Could Monosodium Glutamate be used instead of Accent in recipe?
Accent is MSG. Read the label. MSG is an abbreviation for MonoSodium Glutamate
Does monosodium glutamate contain glucose?
no, it is a sodium salt of glutamic acid. its formula (C5H8NNaO4) seems similar to that of glucose (C6H12O6), however glucose is not contained in it, or involved in the production of it
MSG is the sodium crystaline form of glutamate acid decarboxylase (GAD) which is a non essential proteingenic amino acid. GAD is used in the pancreas to convert citric acid into various compounds using chemical reactions. It is also used in the cerebellum to fire neurons across synapses. MSG was first discovered by a Japanese univeristy professor when he boiled water and seaweed until all of the water had evaporated. Only the monosodium glutamate crystals were left at the bottom of the beaker. So MSG is essential glutamate acid after all water content has left (Along with other chemicals) and only the pure glutamate is left. However MSG is a very concentrated source of GAD so it is bad for you in nearly any dose, it can cause seizures and even diabetes. GAD is naturally found (in healthy quanities) in meat, fish, and poultry.
Are monoglycerides and MSG the same thing?
MSG refers to monosodium glutamate. I think that is different to monoglycerides.
How can you avoid Monosoduim glutamate?
Look for the term MSG. There are two places you will most likely find MSG; monosoduim glutamate. At a restaurant or at the grocery store. When at a restaurant simply ask your server if they use MSG in food preparation Avoid those foods. When at the grocery store, read the label. All prepared foods carry a label of ingredients. Again , look for MSG and avoid those products. If you should find a prepared food that does not list specific ingredients. ASK before purchasing.
How much sugar should you use in cooking food as mono-sodium glutamate substitute?
Monosodium gluconate adds a salty flavour, not sugar. I just leave it out of all recipes and find it makes no difference to the dish's flavour. Alisa
They mix in chemicals, like diet soda. P.S msg is bad for ur health.
Is monosodium glutamate prepared from pig products?
The answer to your question is yes and no, with a heavy emphasis on no. Monosodium glutamate is the sodium salt of the non-essential amino acid; non essential refers to the lack of ability for the organism, that organism being humans, to synthesize the amino acid de novo (or in the body). As you are probably aware Monosodium Glutamate is used in food as a flavor enhancer. Predominately MSG was made from wheat gluten, but the Japanese often used Seaweed which is high in glutamic acid. As for today an overwhelming majority of the commercially produced MSG comes from bacterial fermentaion, Micrococcus glutamicus is most commonly used. Micrococcus glutamicus is placed in an environment containing; a carbon source such as dextrose or citrate, a nitrogen source such as urea, mineral ions and other growth factors. Micrococcus glutamicus consumes these compounds from the broth that it is submersed in; then excretes MSG as a product amongst other compounds. After collecting the broth that emerges after a set period, around 72 hours, is then suctioned off and through a process of filtration, concentration, acidification, and crystallization, followed by conversion to its monosodium salt [monosodium glutamate].
With that being said there are numerous other ways to refine MSG from other naturally occurring sources, or it may be directly synthesized. Creating processed free glutamic acid (MSG) by bacterial fermentation is not openly discussed by the glutamate industry, and it is not generally discussed in detail in food encyclopedias. It seems strange to us that when Ajinomoto discusses the way in which "monosodium glutamate" is manufactured, they talk about it being made from beets, corn, or some other crop, instead of describing their use of bacteria (which may be genetically engineered) and their process of bacterial fermentation.
It used to be that when any ingredient contained 78%-79% processed free glutamic acid (MSG), and the balance was made up of salt, moisture, and up to 1 per cent impurities, the product had to be called "monosodium glutamate" and had to be labeled as such. The FDA required that other MSG-containing ingredients be identified by names other than "monosodium glutamate." Never has the FDA required mention of the fact that an ingredient contains processed free glutamic acid (MSG). Presently, the FDA refers to the 6th edition of the Food Chemical Codex for their definition of "monosodium glutamate." While the glutamic acid in "monosodium glutamate" is generally produced through bacterial fermentation, the glutamic acid in the other MSG-containing ingredients is made through use of chemicals (hydrolysis or autolysis), enzymes (enzymolysis), fermentation, or a complex cooking process wherein reaction flavors are produced from a combination of specific amino acids, reducing sugars, animal or vegetable fats or oils, and optional ingredients including hydrolyzed vegetable protein. In acid hydrolysis, crude gluten or other proteinaceous starting materials are generally hydrolyzed by heating with hydrochloric acid. The chemical hydrolysis with hydrochloric acid is said to be efficient, but almost any organic substance in the raw material is hydrolyzed, resulting in desired reactions such as hydrolysis of proteins, carbohydrates, fats (triglycerides), and the unwanted formation of mono and dichloro propanols, which are carcinogenic. The FDA has admitted, and even pretended to address the fact, that processed free glutamic acid created by acid hydrolysis contains carcinogenic mono and dichloro propanol ( Food Chemical News, December 2, 1996. Pp.24-25). The FDA has also admitted that processed free glutamic acid found in reaction flavors which are produced from a combination of specific amino acids, reducing sugars, and animal or vegetable fats or oils, and optional ingredients including hydrolyzed vegetable protein is also carcinogenic (Lin, L.J. Regulatory status of Maillard reaction flavors. Division of Food and Color Additives, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, FDA. August 24, 1992; Food Chemical News. May 31, 1993, p 16). Processed free glutamic acid (MSG) carries with it material not found with unprocessed glutamic acid. Unprocessed glutamic acid in higher organisms is L-glutamic acid, only. Processed free glutamic acid (MSG) is both L-glutamic acid and D-glutamic acid, and is accompanied by pyroglutamic acid and other impurities. The impurities differ according to the materials and methods used to produce the glutamic acid. Under certain circumstances, processed free glutamic acid is accompanied by mono and dichloro propanols (which are carcinogenic) or heterocyclic amines (which are also carcinogenic). By FDA definition, processed free glutamic acid (MSG) is "naturally occurring," because the basic ingredient is found in nature. "Naturally occurring" does not mean that a food additive is being used in its natural state. "Naturally occurring" only means that the food additive began with something found in nature. By FDA definition, the ingredient "monosodium glutamate" is natural. So is hydrochloric acid. So is arsenic. "Natural" doesn't mean "safe."
There are a number of straight forward bold faced lies used by the glutamate industry in defending its contention that exposure to free glutamic acid found in processed food does not cause adverse reactions including hives, asthma, seizures, and migraine headache; could not possibly cause brain damage, learning disorders, or endocrine disturbances; and could not possibly be relevant to diverse diseases of the central nervous system such as addiction, stroke, epilepsy, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, and degenerative disorders such as ALS, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's disease. Central to their argument is the lie that the processed free glutamic acid used in processed food is identical to the glutamic acid found in unprocessed, unadulterated food and in the human body.
I used http://www.truthinlabeling.org/HowIsItManufactured.html as a source hope this helps.
How do you still eat if you are allergic to mono-sodium glutamate?
It's actually not an allergy but a sensitivity. I'm extremely sensitive to it. Anyways, since MSG is added to most processed foods, you'll have to fix your own meals from scratch. This means buy all natural foods such as meats with no additives, legumes(beans, peas), fruits, vegetables, grains etc. and fix your own meals from that. You can buy some processed foods as well but you'll have to become a really good label reader to determine if it contains MSG first. There are around 50 ingredients that contain free glutamate (the active part of MSG) so you'll have to look up this list and avoid foods with those additives. Also many people that report being sensitive to MSG also report being sensitive to Aspartame, which also contains an excitatory amino acid, so I would avoid it as well.
What food does Bob Evans put MSG in?
The nutritional information for Bob Evans is publicly available on bobevans.com, but to help you out, here is the list I have compiled:
Sausage Links and Patties (Turkey Sausage is safe...)
Meatloaf (contains Sausage)
Meatsauce (for pasta... contains Sausage)
Brown Gravy
Country Gravy
Chicken Gravy
Turkey (But not the links...)
Portabella Mushrooms (It's in the seasoning... Also why the Turkey is on this list.)
Biscuits
Border Scramble Mix (contains Sausage)
Ranch dressing
Lt. Ranch dressing
Wildfire Ranch dressing
Pot Roast Sandwich
Pot Roast Hash
Pot Roast
Deep Dish Chicken N' Noodles (It's in the Chicken Gravy and the biscuit, substitute grilled Texas Toast or Ciabatta and it tastes better anyway...)
This is not an exhaustive list, but I have gone a bit farther to break down the list on BE.com to help you figure out what to take off, or substitute.
Is there MSG in round table buffalo wings?
Round Table Pizza's buffalo wings may contain monosodium glutamate (MSG) as part of their seasoning or sauce ingredients, but this can vary by location and preparation methods. It's best to check with the specific restaurant or refer to their ingredient list for the most accurate information. If you have dietary restrictions or sensitivities, asking staff directly can provide clarity.
Could you MSG people on Twitter?
Yes you can direct message to your twitter contacts from the Message section.
Why is msg bad for your health?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) contains Sodium (a part of regular salt for cooking) and glutamic acid. MSG has not been found to adversely affect human health in normal amounts, or even in large amounts. Anecdotes of MSG causing illness -such as Chinese restaurant syndrome and Migraines - have been around, at least, since the late 60's, however no reliable proof of the matter has been presented. Glutamic acid is found in many types of food (eg. seaweed and meats), and MSG is often added to enhance flavour when cooking. Excessive use of sodium might however lead to a high blood pressure, which is why some doctors recommend not using too much salt.
According to their website, none of their menu items contains MSG. Look in the allergens tab of this page:
http://www.deltaco.com/nutrition.html
MSG, or monosodium glutamate, is a flavor enhancer so it makes the foods taste better. MSG can trigger mild headaches, numbness, nausea and other symptoms.
MSG is not only found in Chinese restaurants but in many processed foods and fast food restaurants as well.
Go to the National Library of Medicine, at the related link below. Type in the words "MSG Obese", and read a few of the 115 medical studies that appear.
It may. It is very toxic and to be avoided, whitch is hard to for
the industry is sneaking it into many processed foods under
different names.
YES YES Absolutely. Just about everything they serve has it in abundance, pretty sure even the fries are coated with it. How do I know, I get migraines when I eat MSG. Btw, most fast foods and fast food restaurants lace their product in MSG.
Is it okay to text msg. in hospital?
Since mobile phones switches frequencies in the UK - you should be OK - BUT - check with the hospital concerned in case they have a problem.
