Friday, September 11, 2009

The Culprit Ingredient that Causes Weight Gain

You've heard of this "flavor enhancer" also considered a toxin that excites. Well an "excitotoxin" to be exact. Found in many frozen, prepackaged meals (I.e TV dinners) and especially in Chinese food, MSG is the latest culprit for weight gain! Studies also show that growing number of Americans are becoming increasing allergic to the ingredient which can cause migraine headaches or palpitations.

To learn more about this ingredient known as monosodium glutumate, click here for an article by Margaret Furtado.

Bottomline, gradually change your eating habits, remove Chinese food (or those menu items laden with MSG) and READ LABELS for everything!

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