The Dangers of MSGThe Dangers of MSG Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor enhancer commonly associated with Chinese food,is being shown to cause major health problems. MSG is added to thousands of foods and can be hard to identify on food labels. In this telling three-part video series, you’ll find out why Dr. Russell Blaylock, a board-certified neurosurgeon, describes MSG as a dangerous excitotoxin, and learn how this toxin could be making us fat. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 It is very difficult to really know whether MSG (monosodium glutamate) is in your food, because it goes by so many aliases. It's very common for restaurants to use MSG in flavored seasonings, sauces, gravies, etc. To avoid ingesting this toxic additive, you’re best off choosing fresh, unprocessed foods. But becoming familiar with the hidden names of MSG can also help you determine what foods to eat. Here is just a sampling of ingredients that contain MSG (the link below has a full list): * Gelatin The information on this web site is intended for educational purposes only, and not as any form of medical advice. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider.
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