Abstract
Glutamic acid is an alpha amino acid that is used by almost all living beings. It is non–essential acidic amino acid. MSG (Mono Sodium Glutamate) is a food additive. MSG is a flavour enhancer. It is traded under the name Aji–no–moto. MSG elicits a unique taste known as UMAMI as a 5th basic taste different from the other basic tastes(bitter, salty, sour, sweet). It is generally used in treatment of hepatic coma. It causes various health hazards. A higher dose of Aji–no–moto is associated with increased risk of obesity. Excessive consumption of it promotes cancer growth.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
