Prayagraj:AjinomotoA common flavor enhancer used in a host of Chinese cuisines, which triggers your ‘umami’ taste buds, leads to a number of health issues such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular problems and a faster rate of aging, as do According to a research conducted by scientists. Biochemistry department of Allahabad University (au).
Ajinomoto salt is the trade name for what scientists call monosodium glutamate and is mostly used in Chinese preparations like chow mein And Manchurian This leaves a long-lasting flavor (umami) that is characteristic of these foods. Umami is the fifth taste along with sweet, sour, bitter and salty taste buds.
Scientists from AU’s Department of Biochemistry are studying the toxicity of monosodium glutamate. In a successful research published in the prestigious ‘Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry’, scientists working under Professor SI Rizvi have pointed out that monosodium glutamate, even at low doses, can be harmful to health.
au research has shown that even at concentrations that fall under the prescribed limits, monosodium glutamate can cause oxidative stress, inflammation and other health problems. “All these adverse effects can predispose a person to diseases like high blood pressure, heart problems and faster rate of ageing,” Professor Rizvi told TOI.
This finding is significant as the consumption of foods rich in monosodium glutamate has increased tremendously in recent years. He added that all fast foods, including packaged chips, momos and some packaged foods, contain large amounts of this compound.
The research paper highlights that monosodium glutamate increases the production of certain chemicals in the body that can be highly harmful. He said a similar change is often seen in Covid-19 patients.
Professor Rizvi said, “An experimental study on rats given a fixed dose of monosodium glutamate showed that after three weeks of continuous consumption of this salt, some changes were also observed in the brain region.”
The scientists tested the effects of monosodium glutamate at two different concentrations, 30 mg and 100 mg per kg of body weight. Although the 30 mg dose had no effect, the 100 mg dose had several side effects that can be harmful to health.
“This study is an eye-opener because growing children may be particularly vulnerable to the toxic effects of monosodium glutamate,” said Prof Rizvi, noting that babies and growing fetuses have a leaky blood-brain barrier. and may be affected by the toxic effects of monosodium glutamate. ,
Professor Rizvi warned that the ‘amami’ taste of monosodium glutamate causes an addiction that is again harmful to children.
Ajinomoto salt is the trade name for what scientists call monosodium glutamate and is mostly used in Chinese preparations like chow mein And Manchurian This leaves a long-lasting flavor (umami) that is characteristic of these foods. Umami is the fifth taste along with sweet, sour, bitter and salty taste buds.
Scientists from AU’s Department of Biochemistry are studying the toxicity of monosodium glutamate. In a successful research published in the prestigious ‘Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry’, scientists working under Professor SI Rizvi have pointed out that monosodium glutamate, even at low doses, can be harmful to health.
au research has shown that even at concentrations that fall under the prescribed limits, monosodium glutamate can cause oxidative stress, inflammation and other health problems. “All these adverse effects can predispose a person to diseases like high blood pressure, heart problems and faster rate of ageing,” Professor Rizvi told TOI.
This finding is significant as the consumption of foods rich in monosodium glutamate has increased tremendously in recent years. He added that all fast foods, including packaged chips, momos and some packaged foods, contain large amounts of this compound.
The research paper highlights that monosodium glutamate increases the production of certain chemicals in the body that can be highly harmful. He said a similar change is often seen in Covid-19 patients.
Professor Rizvi said, “An experimental study on rats given a fixed dose of monosodium glutamate showed that after three weeks of continuous consumption of this salt, some changes were also observed in the brain region.”
The scientists tested the effects of monosodium glutamate at two different concentrations, 30 mg and 100 mg per kg of body weight. Although the 30 mg dose had no effect, the 100 mg dose had several side effects that can be harmful to health.
“This study is an eye-opener because growing children may be particularly vulnerable to the toxic effects of monosodium glutamate,” said Prof Rizvi, noting that babies and growing fetuses have a leaky blood-brain barrier. and may be affected by the toxic effects of monosodium glutamate. ,
Professor Rizvi warned that the ‘amami’ taste of monosodium glutamate causes an addiction that is again harmful to children.