Monosodium Glutamate

Did you know that Monosodium Glutamate or simply known to as "vetsin" has adverse effects to us? Several decades ago, there have been occasional reports of people experiencing certain symptoms shortly after eating in Chinese restaurants. These symptoms have been collectively termed as the "Chinese Restaurant Syndrome" and includes the following: burning sensation at the back of the neck, forearms and chest, facial pressure or tightness, chest pain, headache, nausea, palpitation, numbness in the back, tingling, warmth and weakness of the face, upper back, neck and arms, drowsiness, weakness and an asthmatic attacks. Whew! this is quite a lot huh?But don't worry since this only lasts for 15-60 minutes after eating and there have been no report of death or prolonged illness about these symptoms.