1. MSG MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE KAYCEE WEBB

2. INFORMATION ABOUT MSG (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE) MSG(Monosodium Glutamate)- is one of the most abundant naturally occurring non- essential amino acids. MSG is usually found in seaweed, asparagus, cheese, meat, and tomatoes. MSG(Monosodium Glutamate)-was discovered in 1907 at Tokyo Imperial Unversity by Kikunae Ikeda. He noted that “There is a taste which is common to asparagus, tomatoes, cheese and meat, but which is not one of the four well-known tastes of sweet, sour, bitter and salty." He than used Kombu Seaweed and found out that 100 grams of Kombu Seaweed contained 1 gram of Glutamate. MSG(Monosodium Glutamate)-the direct uses of MSG are in: -Flavored(especially cheese flavored) chips and crackers -Canned Soups -Gravy mixes and pre-made gravies -Instant Noodles -Cold cuts and hot dogs: including soy-based -Soup and dip mixes (i.e Vegetarian) Varieties -Seasoning Salts -Bouillon Cubes -Salad Dressings To buy MSG it is very expensive now, its anywhere between $400-$2500.

3. DIRECT & INDIRECT RISKS OF MAKING AND USING MSG (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE) DIRECT RISKS. MSG(Monosodium Glutamate)- Some minor side effects it can have is burning sensation of the arms, face or chest; Numbness that varies from the neck to arms; tingling or warmth in the face, arms, or neck; pressure in the face; Skin Rashes; headaches; chest pains; nausea; heart palpitations; sleepiness; difficulty breathing; and general weaknesses. It’s a nuero toxin, which means it can be very toxic to the brain and cause nervous system problems; trouble speaking: temporarily paralyzed around the mouth. INDIRECT RISKS. MSG(Monosodium Glutamate)- It can hurt the worker as time goes by and they are consuming so much of it. It will only cause a little bit of pain.

4. BENEFITS OF MSG (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE) It acts as a flavor enhancer and adds fifth taste, called “umami”, which is best described as a savory, broth- like or meaty taste.

5. ALTERNATIVES OF MSG (MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE) -No salt Products-Aged Cheese -Meats-Seaweeds -Mushrooms-Tomatoes -Red Wine-Asparagus -Anchovies-Sourdough Bread -Walnuts

6. SOURCES http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/10-alternatives-to-msg.html http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_disadvantages_of_mono_sodium_glutamate_in_food http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monosodium_glutamate