According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. February is American Heart Month, which means that many…
As the food industry constantly is researching and introducing new and innovative food products, the bold and craveable umami flavor is front and center. Umami is important because it addresses…
The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), which was responsible for publishing a Letter to the Editor back in 1968 that spawned unjustified fear of MSG, is being asked by…
How baseless stories spawn enduring food fears -- as reported by the Genetic Literacy Project, on June 3, 2024. Excerpts from this article: "The story of MSG is mostly unknown…
Among home cooks and chefs alike, umami -- that savory taste in food -- is all the rage. And based on searches people are conducting on the internet, "recipes with…
Verified: Health Fears about MSG are Greatly Exaggerated
“Multiple readers told VERIFY they’ve seen contradicting information about the flavor enhancer and want to know about the safety of eating foods with MSG. Is MSG safe to eat? Yes.”…
"MSG is the most misunderstood ingredient of the century. That’s finally changing." -- CNN.com report by Maggie Hiufu Wong, published on CNN.com, February 1, 2024 Excerpts from this report: "Calvin…
According to the American Heart Association, excess levels of dietary sodium (salt) may put you at risk for: Enlarged heart muscle Headaches Kidney disease Osteoporosis Stroke Heart failure High blood…
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG): A Healthier Salt Alternative
"Monosodium glutamate (MSG) has been a topic of controversy and concern among consumers due to misconceptions surrounding its safety. It has lower sodium content and an umami taste, so it…
How Umami Overcame Discrimination and Took Its Place as the Fifth Taste
“Umami also has another profound attribute I had not appreciated as a child: It went unrecognized and unappreciated by Western culture, but eventually overcame that bias and discrimination by simply…
Registered dietitians explain why MSG is widely misunderstood and wrongly disparaged. -- an article in Parade magazine by Emily Laurence, Parade.com, March 15, 2023 Excerpts from the article: "Here ,…