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Its black but do you like it?
Originally posted by Viper
Try making cheese on toast with marmite underneith mmmm
I'm sure Vegemite and Marmite are available in Canada! I know there are Aussies there.Danger said:When I read the linked description, my first response was that I'm glad it's not available in Canada.
Danger said:When I read the linked description, my first response was that I'm glad it's not available in Canada. After Astro's explanation of the taste, however, it's quite possible that I'd like it.
Marmite is disgusting is what it is. I think it's made of marsupial varmintesWhats a marmite?
Smurf said:Check the specialty shops, trust me, it's here :yuck:
Some people experience numbness or tingling in the extremities, headaches, abdominal cramps or worse. I promptly go into anaphylactic shock and I nearly died in the emergency room of a local hospital because the ER doc didn't believe that MSG could be such a serious problem, and she withheld epinephrine though I begged for it (as much as I could in my condition). By the time my BP got down to about 25 over 15, the ER nurses were hollering at her and she administered epinephrine. That's when I went into convulsions and the doctor and two nurses had to enlist the aid of another person to hold me down. When I woke up hours later, I felt like someone had beaten every inch of my body with a baseball bat. When someone is "passed out" and unresponsive, do not holler "we're losing him" unless you intend for the patient to know their state. I remember most of that afternoon, including the arguments and the panic in the ER.cyrusabdollahi said:What is 'MSG syndrome'?
It's not a typical allergy - more like a severe toxic reaction. And I have Native American blood from both sides of my family and probably have more genetic material in common with Asians than most of the US population.cyrusabdollahi said:Are you sure you don't have an allergic reaction to MSG? Most of asia uses MSG in almost all of their food and as far as I am aware, there all fine.
Millions can eat shellfish, peanuts, etc, or be stung by a bee without adverse reactions, too. Others experience anaphylactic shock and die if they are not treated. Remember, I warned that if people had previously experienced adverse reactions to Chinese food, do not experiment with these spreads because they contain high levels of glutamates. Nowhere did I say these spreads are poisonous, dangerous, etc, but to a subset of people they will cause reactions, and to a smaller subset, they can cause life-threatening reactions.cyrusabdollahi said:But what I am saying is that its not a toxic substance. Millions use it everyday with no complications. For some reason, your body can't process it; but, I don't think its dangerous.
MSG (monosodium glutamate) is a flavor enhancer commonly used in processed foods and products to enhance their taste. It is hidden in these products because it is a cheap and effective way to make food taste better, and manufacturers are not required to list it as an ingredient on the label.
Consuming hidden MSG has been linked to various health issues such as headaches, nausea, and allergic reactions. It has also been linked to more serious conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and neurological disorders.
Unfortunately, there is no foolproof way to identify hidden MSG in food and products. However, some common ingredients that may contain MSG include hydrolyzed vegetable protein, autolyzed yeast extract, and natural flavors. It is important to carefully read labels and choose whole, unprocessed foods whenever possible.
In the United States, the FDA requires that MSG be listed as an ingredient in food if it is added as a flavor enhancer. However, it does not have to be listed if it is a part of another ingredient, such as hydrolyzed vegetable protein. This can make it difficult for consumers to identify hidden MSG in their food.
There are many natural and healthier alternatives to using hidden MSG in food and products. Some examples include using herbs and spices to enhance flavor, using high-quality ingredients, and cooking from scratch. It is also important to read labels carefully and choose products that do not contain hidden MSG.