“The benefits of the seasoning include enhancing and promoting the deliciousness of our meals, it is economical, it reduces salt intake and it is rich in glutamate one of the free amino acids. Isah Hassan Shallangwa, also provided more safety facts about AJI -NO-MOTO® Umami seasoning and gave reasons why Nigerians should embrace it. Again, no study has shown any group of people not to take glutamate”, the professor added. “MSG does not cause allergy it does not cause asthma– no link at all it does not cause obesity no adverse effect on the lung. The human body metabolizes both the natural and added glutamate in the same manner.” So, people should debunk the rumours about glutamate. When you take Iru, you take a lot of glutamate.
We have a lot of glutamate in our local foods. Sanni who is a Professor of Microbiology, noted, “MSG produces a unique and fifth taste known as Umami. Abiodun Sanni of the Department of Microbiology, University of Ibadan, who wants Nigerians to work with facts and not rumours, explains that glutamate has no health issues as purported in some quarters. It is a healthy product that has been consumed by Billions of people across the Globe and there is no scientific proof yet to directly associate MSG with any health issues as suggested” he added. “In fact, 30 to 40 % salt reduction can be achieved by adding MSG without changing the taste of the food. Glutamate is essential for living bodies, it is a good energy source of the brain and help boost good feeling by regulating impulse transmission in the nerves. Abdulkarim Sabo Mohammed, the Vice-Chancellor Federal University Dutse, Jigawa State “MSG is found naturally in some foods including tomatoes and cheese. For decades, the “No MSG” symbol that pervades restaurant windows, grocery shelves and food products has perpetuated the false perception of MSG as dangerous, and driven consumers away from enjoying an ingredient that adds savory umami taste to food.Īffirming the safety of glutamate is a Professor of Enzyme and Food Biotechnology Prof. He assured that the company was committed to providing products that make food more delicious and nutritious, urging Nigerians to dispel any myth or misconception about AJU-NO-MOTO®.ĭespite MSG’s 113-years history of safety validated by health organizations across the globe, lingering skepticism fueled by personal anecdotes and poorly conducted research in the 1970s has unfairly villainized the ingredient. Junichi noted that based on its safety, AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning is consumed in over 130 countries, adding that the usage of MSG was to enhance taste and also increase deliciousness of food.ĪJI-NO-MOTO® Umami seasoning, according to him, has been safely used as food ingredient since 1908 after it was discovered by a Japanese scientist, Dr. “An extensive body of research which has been reviewed by scientists and governments around the world, including the US FDA, the American Medical Association, experts of the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization, World Health Organization and the European Commission’s Scientific Committee for Food demonstrates that glutamate is safe” he said. Niki Junichi, the safety of AJI-NO-MOTO® has long been scientifically proven and its safety approved by authorized agencies of the United Nations. The day is also aimed at educating people for better understanding and appreciation of Umami and its essential role in food.Īccording to WASCO’s Managing Director, Mr. The Umami Seasoning Day is celebrated on July 25th every year to raise awareness about the importance of the Umami seasoning popularly known as AJI-NO-MOTO® or Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) in cooking and its safety for consumption as it brings delicious flavor to global cuisines. Management of West African Seasoning Company Limited (WASCO), an affiliate of a global food giant, Ajinomoto and makers of AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami food seasoning, has again reiterated the safety of the product as it marks this year’s Umami Seasoning Day today.Īlso backing the safety of the Japanese food seasoning are some Nigerian food experts who said various scientific findings had proven that AJI-NO-MOTO® is safe for consumption.
0 kommentar(er)
