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What Is MSG—and How to Use It to Enhance Your Cooking, According to a Chef

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. MSG is a naturally occurring compound that enhances umami flavor and is widely used in global cuisines. It can be used in various ...

What Is MSG—And Is It Actually Bad for You?

The idea that MSG is uniquely harmful rests on a single letter and a lot of iffy science.
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Every Home Cook Should Be Using MSG — and the World's Largest MSG Producer Is on a Mission to Prove It

In 1968, the New England Journal of Medicine published a letter to the editor with the headline, “Chinese-Restaurant Syndrome.” The letter detailed the numbness and weakness the letter-writer would ...
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MSG Is Proven Safe and Delicious. So Why Isn’t It Used Like Salt in Most Kitchens?

MSG is my go-to ingredient that adds depth of flavor to my dishes. It should be added in addition to the salt already listed in a recipe, not as a replacement for it. For every teaspoon of Diamond ...
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Is MSG actually bad for you? What the current evidence says

When consumed in small amounts, MSG is not likely to harm your health. The FDA recognizes MSG as safe and requires it to be listed on food labels. MSG sensitivity is possible if 3 or more grams are ...
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Is MSG really that bad for you or is it just a myth?

​​For decades, monosodium glutamate (MSG) has been treated like a dietary villain—something to avoid at all costs. You've probably seen "No MSG" signs proudly plastered on food packets, restaurant ...
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What Is MSG—and How to Use It to Enhance Your Cooking, According to a Chef

MSG is a naturally occurring compound that enhances umami flavor and is widely used in global cuisines. It can be used in various recipes to deepen taste, making it a versatile ingredient for home ...