What is MSG created from? This is probably the most used food additive and probably one of the most dangerous. I thought it was salt when I was young and I still remember the pretty bottle of white crystals in our food pantry. Little did I know what it was doing to my brain and body.

This could explain why my childhood memories are a little fuzzy.

It’s found in All Fermented Foods!

1. MSG is a salt of Glutamic Acid and is also known as Monosodium Glutamate.

2. Glutamic Acid is an amino acid present in most protein rich foods and plants and is also found in the human body.

3. In its unprocessed or natural state this amino acid presents no problems.

4. Processed free glutamic acid, which has been freed from protein through a manufacturing process or fermentation is what causes the problems for most people.

5. Therefore, MSG is Processed Free Glutamic Acid.

MSG aka Neurotoxin

This dangerous substance causes damage to your central nervous system.

MSG crosses your blood-brain barrier and will then excite your nerve cells to the point of nerve cell death.

Blood-brain barriers that have not fully developed are at a greater risk for damage. This would mean that young children are at a greater disadvantage than older children.

Also, at great risk is the elderly. They usually have a weakened blood-brain barrier and are less able to keep excessive amounts of MSG from reaching their brains.

Pregnant women risk exposure to their unborn baby!

What are MSG Related Health Problems?

Some of the health issues linked to MSG consumption:

*Rapid Heartbeat

*Rise or Drop in Blood Pressure

*Watery Stools

*Vomiting or Throwing Up

*Pain in Joints

*Depressed or Moody

*Anger

*Migraines

*Feeling Dizzy

*Blurry Vision

*Anxiety

*Chills and Shakes

*Breathing Problems

*Bladder Trouble

*Hives

Fermented Foods to Eat Cautiously

You will need to pay attention to the amount of soy sauce, fish sauce and parmesan cheese that you consume as these foods contain a high amount of MSG.

For the vast majority of people fermented foods are not a problem in moderation, but people who are extremely sensitive may need to refrain from all fermented foods.

Fermented foods with a higher protein content will probably create more problems for people with MSG sensitivities.

The manufactured version of MSG will probably cause more adverse reactions than most fermented foods.

What is MSG or Monosodium Glutamate History?

Glutamic acid was discovered in 1908 by a Japanese Scientist. His name was Kikunae Ikeda and he put together how glutamic acid seemed to affect the flavor of foods.

The world-wide use of MSG began to explode shortly after his discovery.

It was sold as a flavor enhancer and under the name of Ajinomoto. They created quite a catchy jingle for this food additive.

MSG is still used as a flavor enhancer under other names like Accent! It is also being used in your supplements, shampoos, and most processed foods.

Before you create any more damage to your health, make sure you see this informative guide to Healthy Eating which is available online at Destination Healthy Foods.