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monosodium glutamate

monosodium glutamate

Additives & Leavening

Trigger checker for monosodium glutamate

FODMAP rating
Low FODMAP

See FODMAP status, histamines, salicylates, oxalates, and diet compatibility for monosodium glutamate.

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Compare monosodium glutamate across criteria

Triggers

Histamine
Low
Histamine Liberators
FODMAPs
Safe
Fructans
Safe
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Safe
Polyols
Safe
Gluten
Safe
Lactose
Safe
Dairy Proteins
Safe
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
Safe
Oxalates
Safe
Nickel
Safe
Sulfites
Safe
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Avoid
Tyramine
Safe
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Safe
Low Fermentation
Safe

Diets

Inflammation
✗ Avoid
Vegan
✓ Fit
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✗ Avoid
Mediterranean
✓ Fit
DASH Diet
✓ Fit
EoE Compatible
✓ Fit
FODMAPs
✓ Fit
Low Fermentation
✓ Fit

FAQ

What does the FODMAP rating mean for monosodium glutamate?

Low FODMAP: usually easier for most people, still watch portion size.

Is monosodium glutamate generally well tolerated?

Glutamates (Avoid) and Histamine (Low) Start with those if you react.

What should I check next?

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