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Monosodium glutamate, known as MSG, is one of the most popular food ingredients used for flavor enhancement in the world. Over the decades, however, there have been periodic complaints by some that ingestion of MSG causes disturbing side effects.

This oft-repeated and familiar story started with a 1968 letter (not research!) published in the New England Journal of Medicin...


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Lowering your sodium intake is important to maintaining a healthy heart, but limiting how much salt you add to food can be challenging. According to the American Heart Association, excess levels of dietary sodium (salt) may put you at risk for: Enlarged heart muscle Headaches Kidney disease Osteoporosis Stroke Heart failure High blood pressure Kidney stones Stomach cancer

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Americans are paying more attention to ingredient lists, choosing “clean” ingredients, and trying to avoid chemical-sounding items. One conclusion: Many Americans are trying to “eat clean.”

Registered dietitians look to trusted industry resources for updates on what’s happening in the world of people’s food habits, including the International Food Information Council (IFIC). ...


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