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Plan A - AVOID MSG

 

Many of those afflicted with MSG sensitivity seriously attempt to avoid

MSG. However, because labeling laws in the United States allow foods high

in free glutamate to go unlabeled as such, those with MSG symptom complex

often are often unwitting victims of glutamate toxicity.

 

At this time, there is little clinical data to provide information on

remedies for MSG symptom complex, because most of the research done on MSG was

paid for by the Glutamate industry. However, here we discuss possible

scientific explanations for why a particular food or mineral would provide some

relief, based on available scientific research, and reports of benefit

from MSG sensitive individuals.

 

It should be noted that many of MSG sensitive individuals try to avoid

most dietary supplements as they often contain items like gelatin or other

substances that contain MSG. These individuals do not take any supplement

lightly, as most cause them fear of a reaction.

 

 

Plan B - REPORTED **REMEDIES**

 

 

 

Taurine

 

Some MSG sensitive individuals report relief from some MSG symptoms by

taking taurine. The rationale behind this approach is that glutamate competes

with the amino acid cysteine for uptake in the body. An excess of

glutamate will interfere with the body's ability to convert cysteine into

taurine,

the other free form amino acid which acts as the body's heartbeat

regulator. Taurine is the body's water soluble anti-oxidant, and inhibitory

neurotransmitter. The body also uses taurine to make bile, which aids in the

digestion of fats.

 

The idea of taking taurine for accidental MSG ingestion is that since MSG

may inhibit taurine formation, those with irregular heartbeat, digestive

problems, epilepsy, vision disturbance, and panic attacks from MSG, may

benefit from ingesting taurine instead of waiting for the body to make it.

 

Unfortunately, most food scientists are not taught about taurine because

adults are assumed to be able to make it and shouldn't need to eat it. It

isn't even listed in most tables of the amino acids. However, taurine is so

important in the body, that since 1986 it has been added to baby formula

because it is essential for proper growth and development in humans. Also,

studies of people with epilepsy have shown that taurine levels in the

brain after a seizure are unusually low. Taurine is now being considered as

treatment for diabetes as well as epilepsy.

 

Foods high in taurine include fresh fish and meat. It is not found in

significant amounts in foods of non-meat origin. Heat for long periods of

time destroys it. It is interesting that the Japanese use much MSG, but

also eat diets high in fish, and raw fish at that. A Japanese meal of sushi

contains much taurine, as well as MSG. Chinese food, which often is cooked

at high heat and also contains mushrooms, another source of free glutamate,

and often mostly vegetables, would contain less protective taurine.

 

We buy our taurine online from here: _http://www.beyondacenturyonline.com_

(http://www.beyondacenturyonline.com) It is inexpensive and free of

fillers and additives.

 

Magnesium

 

In a recent report on CNN, magnesium was reported as one remedy for

migraine sufferers. MSG is a migraine trigger. It should noted that some MSG

sensitive individuals report relief from some symptoms by increasing intake

of magnesium to avoid deficiency. The reasoning behind this approach is

that glutamate is a calcium channel opener - it causes nerve cells to fire.

Overstimulated nerve cells can die if too much stimulatory glutamate is

present. Magnesium is the mineral the nervous system uses to switch

overtaxed nerve cells to **off**.

 

Vitamin B6

 

In the FASEB research report quoted on our home page, Vitamin B6 is

mentioned because it is the vitamin used by the body for many functions,

including helping to convert amino acids into other amino acids. It has been

shown

that those with Vitamin B6 deficiency show increased sensitivity to MSG.

It should be noted that it is possible to take too much vitamin B6 and that

for those with MSG sensitivity that are not Vitamin B6 deficient, more

Vitamin B6 may not be of any benefit.

 

MSG is a calcium channel opener. This means it can act as a blood pressure

RAISER. It is well accepted that high blood pressure raises the risk of

stroke. In cultures that use copious amounts of MSG, such as Singapore,

stroke is on the rise, even in young adults. Many of the newer cardiovascular

drugs are calcium channel blockers. It is interesting to note that,

Vitamin B6 is now being touted for cardiovascular health by physicians.

 

It should also be noted that individuals who ingest too much alcohol put

themselves at risk of damaging their liver and inducing Vitamin B6

deficiency. Because of this, alcohol use is not encouraged for those who are

borderline Vitamin B6 deficient, or MSG sensitive.

 

For those patients who must restrict Vitamin B6 due to medical conditions

(Vitamin B6 can interfere with Parkinson's medications), avoiding MSG is

critical, as there may be less ability to deal with an excess of glutamate.

 

Vitamin B6 is also used by the body to create another very important

substance now listed in the formularies of hospitals for treating heart

disease,

a substance widely used in Japan for heart health, and which also seems to

give some relief to MSG sensitive individuals - the next item in this

list: CoQ10

 

CoQ10

 

CoQ10, is a universal substance used all over the body in what is called

the glucose to energy pathway. CoQ10 helps the body take fuel in the form

of glucose, or blood sugar, and turn it into energy in the cells of the

body. CoQ10 has been of some benefit in reducing the symptoms of MSG Symptom

Complex.

 

The rationale is that since glutamate in excess can over-stimulate nerve

cells until they die, energy is crucial. If there is enough energy

converted to help an over-stimulated nerve cell withstand an excess of

glutamate,

than the nerve cell will recover. If however, there is a CoQ10 deficiency,

the cell will run out of energy and die. This is a simplistic analogy,

but, it does not appear to be coincidence, that the country with the largest

consumption of MSG in the world, is also a large consumer of CoQ10.

 

It should also be noted that some MSG sensitive individuals complain of

reactions to food items containing corn. Corn contains substances which

interfere in the glucose to energy pathway. It was found early in the 20th

century that diets consisting mainly of corn result in the disease pellagra.

Pellagra is a deficiency of niacin. Niacin is the vitamin that aids in

the glucose to energy pathway. Niacin deficiency results in " The Four D's "

Dermatitis, Dementia, Diarrhea, and Death, because work all over the body

grinds to a halt, and cells die from lack of energy. Those with liver

damage or vitamin B6 deficiency and whose MSG sensitivity manifests itself as

skin rash, digestive disorders, lack of concentration, and corn sensitivity,

may be helped by taking CoQ10.

 

Unfortunately, CoQ10 is extremely expensive. However, it appears to help

some individuals so much that they will spend the money to purchase it. It

should be noted that the body uses many other vitamins to make CoQ10.

Therefore, a well rounded diet can help the body make CoQ10 on its own.

 

 

An interesting side note:

 

-- CoQ10 deficiency can be induced by too vigorous exercise - it depletes

CoQ10.

-- MSG can induce asthma attacks.

-- There is also exercise induced asthma.

 

This begs the question - Are athletes who have asthma and eat athletic

supplements high in free glutamate at risk by depleting CoQ10 by both exercise

and overtaxing the nervous system?

 

We buy our CoQ10 online from here: _http://www.beyondacenturyonline.com_

(http://www.beyondacenturyonline.com) It is less expensive and free of

fillers and additives.

 

Ibuprofen

 

Ibuprofen - the active ingredient in Advil - is an easily available

glutamate blocker. Some folks are allergic to ibuprofen - and can have an

anaphylactic reaction to it. Ibuprofen reduces inflammation. It can easily be

found when traveling. When taking ANY supplement, over the counter med or

herbs - make sure you check with your pharamacist and doctor to make sure it

won't interact with your medications. READ THE LABEL - ALWAYS.

 

 

Anti-histamines

 

Antihistamines like the one found in Benadryl help some of us with MSG

reactions as well. Since MSG increases histamine reactions, anything that

reduces histamine helps us. When taking ANY supplement, over the counter med

or herbs - make sure you check with your pharamacist and doctor to make

sure it won't interact with your medications. Some dopamine agonists should

not be taken with Benadryl. READ THE LABEL - ALWAYS.

 

 

Red Bull (NOT sugar-free)

 

It is noticeable how popular the drink Red Bull is lately. Red Bull

contains taurine as well as Vitamin B6 and niacin in large amounts. It also

contains lots of sugar - which helps protect neurons under stress. Are young

people self-medicating?

 

 

Red Bull contains both taurine and B6. Some folks drink these in excess,

which is not good because one can has quite a bit of Vitamin B6 and niacin

in it. Some B vitamins in large doses can cause a dependency on them

because going back to normal amounts may give deficiency symptoms. And it

also has caffeine, which can be a problem for some people. Unfortunately, the

sugar-free version has aspartame in it which is as bad as MSG.

 

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Hidden Names of MSG

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Hidden Sources Of MSG

As discussed previously, the glutamate (MSG) manufacturers and the

processed food industries are always on a quest to disguise the MSG added to

food.

Below is a partial list of the most common names for disguised MSG.

Remember also that the powerful excitotoxins, aspartate and L-cystine, are

frequently added to foods and according to FDA rules require NO LABELING AT

ALL.NAMES OF INGREDIENTS THAT CONTAIN ENOUGH MSG TO SERVE AS COMMON

MSG-REACTION TRIGGERS

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