Episode 9: MSG

from Bite Me Nutrition · host Jonathan Steedman, APD

Monosodium L-Glutamate (or MSG for those short on time) is responsible for providing the umami flavour found in most tasty foods. Umami means “essence of deliciousness” in Japanese and, quite frankly. I couldn’t have put it better myself. But what sort of impact does this “essence of deliciousness” have on your health? Is it worth the cost of admission? Are you a rodent?Click me for show notes!PS. If you're interested in a weight loss program with delicious food, daily access to me and a supportive community that won't mess up your relationship with food, click here to join the weightlist.

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Monosodium L-Glutamate (or MSG for those short on time) is responsible for providing the umami flavour found in most tasty foods. Umami means “essence of deliciousness” in Japanese and, quite frankly. I couldn’t have put it better myself. But what sort of impact does this “essence of deliciousness” have on your health? Is it worth the cost of admission? Are you a rodent? Click me for show notes! PS. If you're interested in a weight loss program with delicious food, daily access to...

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