Are Glutamates Bad for You?

Why You Should Avoid Glutamate
The relatively high glutamate levels in some traditional diets suggest that it is a safe food additive. However, anecdotal and scientific evidence indicates that high levels of glutamate and MSG consumption cause adverse health effects.

Why glutamate is bad for health?

Why Do People Think It's Harmful? Glutamic acid functions as a neurotransmitter in your brain. It is an excitatory neurotransmitter, meaning that it stimulates nerve cells in order to relay its signal. Some people claim that MSG leads to excessive glutamate in the brain and excessive stimulation of nerve cells.

What is wrong with MSG?

Numbness, tingling or burning in the face, neck and other areas. Rapid, fluttering heartbeats (heart palpitations) Chest pain. Nausea.

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Lead Health, Wellness & Medical Journalist

Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.