Why does chinese food give me a headache?
Chinese food give you headache because they added monosodium glutamate (MSG) in it to enhance the flavor of your favorite dishes. MSG consists of a mixture of sodium and the amino acid glutamate. Together, they form a very powerful flavor enhancer, changing almost any food from bland to tasty. the larger the amount of MSG, the more likely it is that you will be sensitive to it and will develop symptoms, which can surface just minutes after ingesting MSG. And people with high blood pressure or those who must watch their sodium levels should limit their MSG intake as well. If your symptoms become really bothersome, consider consulting an allergist. Or try eliminating all MSG-containing foods from your diet for at least two weeks. This will take a bit of sleuthing. MSG goes by a variety of names and is hidden in many foods, making it difficult to avoid all the sources. It’s sold in your grocery store under the brand name “Accent.” On food labels, MSG is also listed as autolyzed yeast extr
