Have you ever had, outside of a restaurant, to feel chest pain, for nausea, cold sweats, headache or even diarrhea? All these symptoms can be caused by the consumption of monosodium glutamate or MSG. Let's look at what it is exactly.

What is MSG?
Monosodium glutamate MSG is a salt or derived from an amino acid, glutamic acid present, inter alia, and in tomato juice, and grape juice, and the fungus and Roquefort parmesan cheese. By cons, monosodium glutamate is also used to enhance the taste of food and dishes and as a preservative in some vegetables and canned soups, in some processed meats and many in the preparation of Chinese food.

the controversy
Monosodium glutamate was put on trial in recent years seen its effects after drinking causing what is now called Chinese Restaurant Syndrome. Indeed, Chinese cuisine uses a lot of products containing MSG in the preparation of its food as a flavor enhancer, hence the name given to the syndrome. Following several allegations of side effects such as nausea and sweating, several researchers have conducted studies to conclude that there was indeed a small percentage of the population is very sensitive to MSG and that they would benefit to avoid its consumption.

Where is he hiding?
If you think you are sensitive and have already experienced the above symptoms after eating Chinese food, do not hesitate to ask your server on your next evening at the restaurant. Ask if the dishes are prepared with products containing these ingredients.

• Monosodium glutamate
• Hydrolyzed vegetable (PVH)
• Protein hydrolyzed soy (PSH)
• Soy sauce
• Extracts autolyzed yeast

If this is the case, choose another dish because unfortunately all these ingredients contain monosodium glutamate which you may respond.