It pays to read labels but tricks are used to hide MSG's presence. Hydrolyzed protein, textured vegetable protein are two ways to hide the MSG. MSG is a neurotoxin. It is commonly found in kimshi and I suspect it is why Koreans have an inordinate number of strokes and stomach cancers. Peace, D. Mindock ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
With special thanks to: Wayne Erickson MSG Information Center Extracted from: <http://www.msgmyth.com/brochure.pdf>What is MSG? Current research links MSG to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Huntington's, Parkinson's, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). FDA records show that MSG was never actually tested, but it was given an automatic GRAS (generally regarded as safe) status as were salt and pepper in the 1950s. Children and elderly are most vulnerable to the degenerative effects of MSG. Here is a brief list of common effects of MSG and some curious statistics published by national organizations. Heart maladies- More than 70 million Americans have one or more forms of cardiovascular disease and 43% of all deaths in the U.S. are related to these problems. The number of cardiovascular operations went up 287% from 1980-1990. Alzheimer's disease, not an identifiable healthcare cost in 1980, now ranks third after cancer and heart disease among the most costly health problems in America. Four million people afflicted at a cost of $47,000/person/ year, is $188 billion/year in healthcare costs. Headaches & Migraines- $2.2 billion/year are spent on drugs to treat headaches, with a 74% increase in these chronic conditions between 1980-1990. Asthma, which was on the decline until the mid-eighties, now shows a 100% increase in the death rate among children and seniors. Incidence has increased 600% in the last 10 years. The FDA recognizes that uncontrollable asthma" can be caused by MSG, but stops there, unfortunately. Tumors- There has been an 88% increase in tumors since 1982. Birth Defects and Reproduction Disorders - MSG is a known mutagen" (mutates fetuses) and causes significant damage to intellectual development, growth patterns, reproduction and gonadal functions. Neurological/Emotional Disorders - Lab studies show devastating effects on brain development including dyslexia, autism, attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity, schizophrenia, violent episodes (rage), panic attacks, seizures, paranoia, depression, and cerebral palsy. Humans are 5 times more sensitive to MSG than rats which were used in tests. Obesity is one of the most consistent effects of excitotoxin exposure and is a growing problem, nationwide, that knows no age or sex boundaries. In fact, scientists feed glutamate to young laboratory animals as a reliable way of inducing obesity. MSG triggers an insulin/adrenalin/fat storage/food craving response. This depletes seratonin levels which trigger headaches, depression, fatigue, and leads to more food cravings. Fibromyalgia is a growing epidemic. Fibromyalgia patients who eliminated MSG and aspartame during a study conducted by the University of Florida reported complete relief of symptoms (2001). Parkinson's, ALS, MS, and Huntington's diseases, like Alzheimer's, are all progressive neurogenic diseases showing brain/nerve cell damage. Other symptoms of MSG sensitivity include: swollen throat and tongue, racing heart, joint pain, vertigo, skin disorders, sleeping disorders, burning, tightness or redness on face, and gastrointestinal complaints. Tests and Misinformation Dr. Adrienne Samuels (Ph.D. in Research) in a 1999 industry journal ("Accountability in Research") stated that human tests of MSG, . were often poorly designed, included inaccurate data and came to misleading conclusions." She wrote, "flawed research, suppression of facts and dissemination of inaccurate information are all tools that are used by special interest groups to misle ad the public and government agencies." Her research showed that all tests to date have been funded by or had ties to the food industry. These lobby groups are comprised of the largest food companies in America who profit from MSG use.
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