MSG, also know as monosodium glutamate, has a bad reputation here in the West, or at least that is my impression. But apparently, despite several studies, no adverse effects have been established when consumed in customary levels in food.
The Wikipedia entry for MSG has a paragraph about safety with more info:
Monosodium glutamate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mayo Clinic also has a short article which says it's generally considered safe:
Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Is it harmful? - Mayo Clinic
The Wikipedia entry for MSG has a paragraph about safety with more info:
Monosodium glutamate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mayo Clinic also has a short article which says it's generally considered safe:
Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Is it harmful? - Mayo Clinic