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health1 year ago•2 min saved

Debate Ignites Over MSG's Health Impact After Expert's Claim

A TikTok food scientist, Hydroxide, challenges the misconception that MSG is harmful, explaining that it is composed of sodium and glutamate, a common amino acid, and that studies show no significant health effects at normal levels. Despite this, many people remain skeptical, often citing personal experiences of headaches after consuming MSG. The debate highlights ongoing misinformation and resistance to scientific evidence, with some commenters mocking the persistence of these beliefs.

via The Daily Dot|

#foodscience #health #healthdebate

science-and-environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unraveling the Mystery of Soapy-Tasting Carrots"

Carrots can taste soapy due to high concentrations of naturally occurring compounds called terpenes and terpenoids, which are not harmful but can overpower the vegetable's sweetness when present in excess. Factors such as carrot variety, growing conditions, and temperature can affect terpene levels. While it's challenging to avoid soapy carrots without knowing their growth details, cooking or freezing them can help reduce the soapy taste. Sensitivity to the soapiness varies among individuals, so trying different carrot varieties may help find less soapy options.

via Daily Meal|

##agriculture #carrots