What is MSG, and is it actually bad for you? - Sarah E. Tracy

What was the immediate public reaction after Dr. Kwok's letter about MSG was published?

• It led to new food safety regulations.

• It caused widespread panic and biased reporting.

• It was ignored by the medical community.

• It resulted in a decrease in Chinese restaurant popularity.

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a combination of which two common substances?

• Sugar and salt

• Sodium and glutamate

• Protein and carbohydrates

• Vitamins and minerals

Besides being found in food, what is a vital role that glutamate plays in the human body?

• It helps regulate body temperature.

• It is important for digestion and muscle function.

• It controls hair growth.

• It helps with color vision.

Which Japanese chemist identified the unique savory taste called "umami" and later developed MSG?

• Dr. Robert Ho Man Kwok

• Dr. Ikeda Kikunae

• David Chang

• Dr. Kenji Lopez-Alt