NURSING ANM AND GNM

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Chinese restaurant syndrome is caused by
A
Monosodium glutamate
B
Aspartate
C
Tartrazine
D
Glycerol
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -"A group of symptoms (such as numbness of the neck, arms, and back with headache, dizziness, and palpitations) that is held to affect susceptible persons eating food and especially Chinese food heavily seasoned with monosodium glutamate."

Detailed explanation-2: -What is MSG symptom complex? Monosodium glutamate (MSG) symptom complex refers to a group of symptoms some people experience after eating food containing MSG. These symptoms often include headache, skin flushing, and sweating.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the best-known sources of MSG is fast food. Some restaurants add MSG to a number of popular dishes, including fried rice. MSG is also used by franchises like Kentucky Fried Chicken and Chick-fil-A to enhance the flavor of foods.

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