Q. Consider the following statements about Monosodium glutamate (MSG):

1. It is an amino acid found in your body and most foods.
2. It is a flavour enhancer.
3. It causes a condition called Chinese restaurant syndrome.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 & 3
Notes: MSG is a flavour enhancer commonly added to Chinese food, canned vegetables, soups, and processed meats. Although it is often claimed that it causes various health problems, including Chinese restaurant syndrome and brain damage, scientific evidence has not conclusively supported these claims. It is also naturally occurring amino acid found in many foods.