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CNN News: MSG Is Misunderstood

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“MSG is the most misunderstood ingredient of the century. That’s finally changing.” — CNN.com report by Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN.com, May 10, 2023 Excerpts from the report: “Calvin Eng, the owner of New York-based Cantonese-American restaurant Bonnie’s, isn’t shy about…

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Delicious Cooking with Umami Ideas

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Whether due to sickness or bad weather, being stuck at home can definitely feel limiting and can become dreary. To avoid menu boredom and provide comfort, being stuck at home is a good time to experiment with some ways to…

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MSG comeback

Chefs Discuss MSG Comeback

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“Some people still claim to experience symptoms such as headaches or drowsiness after eating foods containing MSG but recent scientific research shows that, when consumed in moderation, MSG is harmless.” — an investigative report by Michael George and Analisa Novak,…

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Is MSG Getting a Bad Rap?

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“While MSG (monosodium glutamate) has been blamed for a host of health issues, the most serious claims have been largely debunked by research.” “Still, although MSG is a commonly used ingredient, it remains controversial and people continue to wonder if…

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Is MSG Actually Bad for You?

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Is MSG bad? “This flavor enhancer has a bad reputation that it does not deserve.” “Now, though, most of those myths [which began in the 1960s] have been dispelled, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says MSG is…

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