SNC 1W1- Controversial Chemicals

Case Study #2

MSG (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKgEj5asL3o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCy_0IN_vAE

Are health concerns and misinformation surrounding MSG based in science?The seasoning MSG was once widely used before falling out of favor due to health concerns. Two chefs discuss why they use the controversial ingredient that's seeing a comeback. Michael George reports.

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/are-health-concerns-and-misinformation-surrounding-msg-based-in-science/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-POAKKH5IM

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News Articles

Is MSG bad for your health? The surprising truthA nutritionist dives into the latest research on this controversial ingredient.

MSG in Chinese food isn't unhealthy -- you're just racist, activists say | CNNIf you've heard of the term "MSG," you might have also heard of its common -- but inaccurate -- connotations.

Is MSG as bad as it’s made out to be?Monosodium glutamate is blamed for a range of nasty side effects. But is it really the food fiend that people claim? Bianca Nogrady weighs the evidence

Chinese restaurant syndrome: has MSG been unfairly demonised?The additive monosodium glutamate has been blamed for everything from headaches to chest pain. Now, some chefs, including Heston Blumenthal, are saying that’s nonsense

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Questions and Answers on Monosodium glutamate (MSG)Questions and Answers on Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

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