11 Surprising Things That Could Be Giving You Headaches
By
The Captain
February 24, 2021
Monosodium glutamate
Known as the Chinese Restaurant Syndrome, headaches are among the most common side effect of monosodium glutamate consumption. MSG is a flavor enhancer found in Chinese food but also in many processed meats and canned foods, like potato chips and salad dressings, according to Dr. Elliot.
MSG headaches have been described as a tightening or even burning head sensation developed within 1 hour of consuming MSG. According to Dr. Elliot, the MSG in foods can dilate your blood vessels and activate your brain nerves, triggering headaches or even migraines, in the case of migraine-susceptible individuals.
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