I love traveling and I love trying new foods, but I do not love MSG. Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer commonly found in most Asian cuisines, and I’ve been dosed more than once while traveling in southeast Asia this year. I have an extreme allergy to MSG, resulting in migraines and flu-like body aches for a few days if I’m exposed to the stuff. But if you don’t have a severe allergy like me, you should still avoid MSG as it is extremely damaging to your health.

Women's HealthhealthiernotionsAugust 31, 2015Asia, backpacking, eating out, food, health, healthy travel, MSG, nutrition, restaurants, Thailand, travel, travel tips, wellness, Everything Else Comments

Why MSG Is Toxic And How You Can Avoid It

Monosodium Glutamate. Most likely when you hear the word you probably think Chinese food, right? But ladies and gentlemen, MSG is found everywhere, including many items you find on the shelves of your neighborhood grocery store. MSG is found in many canned foods, soups, and processed meats. Companies throw MSG in to enhance their flavor, but at what cost?

Women's HealthhealthiernotionsJuly 21, 2015FDA, food, food allergy, food labels, food sensitivity, health, migraine, monosodium glutamate, MSG, nutrition, poison, toxic, wellness, Everything ElseComment