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The science of Umami

The science of Umami

Sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami — the peculiar fifth taste — is better known as MSG; given MSG’s deservedly bad wrap, scientists are on the hunt for a safe alternative.

Comments

  1. magicmedicine
    magicmedicine MSG has literally replaced cooking ability over here. haha. i wont deny that it tastes good though. any alternative they find probably wouldnt be as good.
  2. DrLiam
    DrLiam Wow! Great story and hopefully discoveries like these will lead to healthier North American diets. ^_^

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