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Monosodium Glutamate (Msg)
Additive made from sodium salt crystals and used to enhance the flavour of foods, especially in Oriental cuisine. MSG is much used by commercial manufacturers of foods such as soups and sauces. It has a unique taste, different to sweet, sour, bitter and salty, called umami. Some people have reactions to MSG that cause them to suffer from a variety of symptoms including dizziness, headache, flushing and burning sensations.
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