Few ingredients come with as much baggage as monosodium glutamate. More commonly known as MSG, the compound has had a bad reputation for nearly 50 years, so the team at Reactions felt it was time to clear its name. In this week's video, the ACS debunk MSG myths and explain why the scientific consensus is that this flavor enhancer, known for its savory umami flavor, is perfectly safe for the vast majority of people.
For more on MSG's undeserved reputation, check out this infographic from Compound Interest: http://www.compoundchem.com/2014/08/25/msg.
Source: American Chemical Society