Does MSG Really Cause Stupidity? These are the Actual Facts
Many people are curious about whether MSG can really make you stupid. Is MSG still safe to consume? Check the complete facts below.
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Have you ever heard the expression, "Most people are small; that's why they're stupid."? Maybe in everyday life, we often hear these words.
For some people, adding MSG to food will increase the taste of the food. Most people think dishes taste bland if you don't add this ingredient.
However, quite a few also avoid consuming these flavour enhancers. Because they think MSG is not good for health and can cause stupidity.
So, is it true that consuming medicine can make someone stupid? Find the answer in the following article.
Real MSG Facts
1. MSG is not a dangerous substance
Chemically, MSG is a white crystalline powder like sugar. MSG contains 74% free glutamate, 12% sodium and 14% minerals.
Micin or Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is not a dangerous substance. There have been no studies or research that show that MSG is a dangerous compound.
Until now, WHO and the Indonesian Ministry of Health have not prohibited using MSG as an additional ingredient in everyday dishes. However, excessive use of MSG is not justified for health.
2. Safe limits for consuming MSG
The recommended amount of MSG to consume is 0.5 to 1.7 grams per day. If it exceeds the above amount or even more, it will negatively impact health.
Not only MSG, if consumed excessively, other food ingredients such as sugar, salt and so on will also negatively impact health.
3. The impact of excessive consumption of MSG
Someone can experience several bad effects if they consume too much MSG. One of them is kidney problems.
Apart from that, other bad impacts are damage to nerve cells, asthma, headaches and obesity. Therefore, it is recommended not to consume it excessively.
4. Can MSG make you stupid?
Can Micin make someone stupid? No research shows that consuming medicine can make someone stupid.
There is no connection between MSG consumption and a person's intelligence. If MSG causes stupidity, then BPOM or the Indonesian Ministry of Health will prohibit the use of this food ingredient for consumption.
So, now you know the real facts, right? If you want to continue consuming MSG, always pay attention to the dosage amount.
