TOXICITY OF MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE.

Monosodium glutamate, called in the European Union E621, is a food additive used for the purpose of a flavor enhancer, being responsible for the "Chinese restaurant syndrome". Due to its toxic effects on the whole organism, in recent decades a lot of research has been carried out on the consequences of its use in the food industry. Despite all the studies carried out, monosodium glutamate still raises many questions about the safety of its use. The current paper presents a brief review of the negative effects found so far. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]