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It is no secret that Chinese food is rather popular among the masses in
Pakistan. If we are not eating in a Chinese restaurant, we are making
Chinese dishes in the comfort of our homes. One of the main ingredients
of every Chinese dish and various fast food items is the food enhancer
called Chinese salt (Ajinomoto). The other name of Ajinomoto is
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG). Unfortunately, the ingredient does a lot
more than just enhance taste and most of it affects us negatively.
One of the experts went so far as to term the ingredient as a silent
killer with effects worse than even drugs, nicotine, and alcohol.
However, what is really surprising that despite its various negative
side effects, FDA generally considers it safe. This means that if
consumed in normal amounts, the ingredient is safe.
In order to increase awareness among the Pakistanis for better health,
we have enlisted below the various side effects of MSG or Chinese salt
(Ajinomoto):
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Negative Effects of Ajinomoto in Pregnant Women
Ajinomoto can cause sterility in pregnant women. Moreover, it can
also cause water retention and high blood pressure. It disturbs the
glutamate balance in the body, which can further break down the
placental barrier for baby’s food supply. This can lead to the
disruption of baby’s immune system. The baby will be devoid of proper
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Migraine
MSG can result in severe headaches. It can further grow if Ajinomoto is
consumed continuously. A migraine is a critical condition where a
headache is unbearable. Other symptoms that often accompany a migraine
are nausea, vision change, high sensitivity to light and vomiting. |
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Heart Problems
It negatively affects the heart as well as induces cardiac arrests,
chest pains, and an increase in heartbeat. |
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Asthma
Using Ajinomoto when you are allergic to it, can induce asthma as well.
However, the link between MSG and asthma needs to be further
investigated for the current research is inconclusive at the moment. |
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Nervous Defects
MSG being a neurotransmitter can result in an imbalance in and around
the nerves. It can cause milder effects, such as tingling in the neck
and face, numbness to serious neurodegenerative disorders like
Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and Huntington’s.
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Other Problems
Apart from these, Ajinomoto can also cause sleeping sickness,
hypertension, and abnormal weight gain. Stay away from this silent
killer for a healthy living.
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