Hypertension is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease and premature deaths
globally, and is especially common in Asian populations. It has been shown that Southeast …

The sixth Total Diet Study (TDS) of China included a countrywide study to assess the health
effects of MSG (monosodium glutamate). MSG detection, consumption analysis, and risk …

Within the updated chapters, we have many new evidence-based data that assure the
economic benefits of disease prevention as well as the public health benefits to nations that …

An effective and simultaneous liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC–
MS/MS) method was used with the aim of quantifying monosodium glutamate (MSG) in …

Micronutrient deficiencies are still highly prevalent in Asia. Fortification of cooking aids, such
as condiments (fish and soy sauces), seasonings, and bouillon cubes, may be an additional …

Background The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture
Organization (FAO) recommend the consumption of less than 2,000 mg of sodium/day to …

In this survey monosodium glutamate (MSG) levels in chicken and beef stock cube samples
were determined. A total number of 122 stock cube samples (from brands A, B, C, D) were …

Background Hypertension is a major risk factor for global disease burden, however, little is
known regarding the profiles of patients with hypertension in Indonesian primary care …

The consumption of ready to eat snacks as meals is rampant in Nigeria and this has made
fast foods outlets to multiply at a fast rate across all states. This study was conducted to …

Background: Excessive salt intake contributes to increased risk of noncommunicable
diseases, which could vary between countries and between population groups within a …