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Monopotassium Glutamate
In plain words
The short version
The potassium salt of glutamate — a low-sodium alternative to MSG.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
No ADI specified. Same safety profile as MSG. The potassium contribution can matter for patients with kidney disease or those on potassium-sparing medications.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.