Scientists in the US have recently demonstrated the function of both a human receptor that responds to sweeteners and a related human receptor that responds to glutamate, a savoury tasting molecule found in a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables and associated with the umami taste. They predict that the new discoveries could lead to [...]
While academics warn of health risks from consuming monosodium glutamate and urge consumers to avoid using it as a food additive, the Food and Drug Administration insists MSG is not dangerous, the Bangkok Post reported yesterday. Pichai Tovirich, president of the Bangkok Vegetarian Association, said MSG was not made from natural products as advertised, but [...]
Glutamic acid is highly regulated in man and other organisms, the mechanisms of which are well understood. It is classified as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the Food and Drug administration. Glutamate has been administered to numerous species in long term dietary studies without adverse effects. The end-use product containing glutamic acid, AuxiGro WP, has been valuated for acute toxicity. Acute oral toxicity in rats is greater than 5,050 mg/kg (Toxicity category IV). Acute dermal toxicity in rabbits is greater than 5,050 mg/kg (Toxicity Category IV).
