Can activated charcoal remove msg to avoid allergic reaction?
MSG (monosodiumglutanate) is a food additive. You can buy it as Accent at the market. Most asian foods and prepared foods contain it. Activated charcoal is used to remove impurities from chemical processes. If MSG is giving you an allergic reaction, avoid eating the foods that contain it. Find new (non-asian) restaurants to go to, and call them a week in advance to find out if any MSG is in the ingredients in the kitchen. Most places, especially smaller, chef owned restaurants will accommodate you. For home, simply read the labels. Soups (Campbells), crackers (Triscuits) and snacks (Chili Fritos) are popular foods that contain MSG. Sources: My Dad had an allergy to MSG.
