Is MSG Bad for You? Science Says Relax and Pass the Soy Sauce

MSG – Photo by Andrea Nguyen (Cropped) – License: CC BY 2.0

MSG, or monosodium glutamate, has been accused of being toxic, headache-inducing, and downright evil for years. But is it the bad guy of the culinary world, or just a misunderstood flavor superhero? Let’s dive into the science.

What is MSG, Anyway?

MSG is a flavor enhancer that boosts the savory g…