Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)


MSG is salt that enhances the flavor of food. It is produced by breaking the salt from an amino acid called the glutamic acid. It does occur naturally in some food, though. Like cheese and tomatoes. aka Hydrolyzed Yeast

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