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[PeachBaby]

Why exactly is MSG bad if it comes from a naturally occurring amino acid?

[Sayward]

There are a lot of naturally occurring compounds that are not good for us. Like arsenic! 'Natural' =/= healthy

[staceychev]

Just because something is "derived" from something natural doesn't mean it's natural. And, like Sayward said, there's lots of natural stuff out there that isn't good for us.

MSG is a neurotoxin.

http://www.msgmyth.com/

[CherryBomb]

A lot of people are very sensitive to MSG, and as the pp stated, natural doesn't necessarily mean good or healthy.

[Drummer's Wife]

What they all said. I get migraines from it, so I avoid it when possible (it is really, really prevalent, though). Lots of good websites out there - like msgmyth linked - that talk about it and provide lists of foods, medicines, etc., to stay away from.

[avendesora]

My sister has gotten migraines from MSG her whole life, and I've just started to be sensitive to it as well. Avoid!

Aven

[witchygrrl]

My blood pressure skyrockets and I get heart palpatations if I ingest MSG so it can be very serious! Definitely not safe for everyone.

[Zuzu822]

My understanding is that naturally occurring MSG balanced with other amino acids isn't as much of a problem. Added to foods or manufactured during processing, yes, avoid! I think it's the Truth in Labeling site that has a good explanation.
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[avendesora]

My sister actually has reactions to "yeast extract" which is added to things like Annie's products. It's a variation on MSG, but not as chemically processed, I guess. Like a precursor to MSG.

Aven

[Zuzu822]

Originally Posted by avendesora

My sister actually has reactions to "yeast extract" which is added to things like Annie's products. It's a variation on MSG, but not as chemically processed, I guess. Like a precursor to MSG.

Aven

Yup, makes sense. Yeast extract is processed free glutamic acid.

Here is a good list: http://www.truthinlabeling.org/hidde..._printable.pdf

And this: http://www.truthinlabeling.org/II.WhereIsMSG.html

[OkiMom]

I try to avoid it but its so hard. As much as Id love to make all our foods from scratch I can't afford to so I use a lot of canned soups and seasonings because its works out cheaper. With me MSG causes issues with IBS and thats just plain no fun. I always know when a restraunt is using it without advertising. It also can cause my blood pressure to go up and can cause migranes if I eat it more than once a week.