Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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The cause of exhibition of various unpleasant symptoms in a certain class of peopleon the consumption of monosodium glutamate.

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Amino acids are carboxyl and amino group-containing molecules that help in the formation of proteins. Glutamate is one of the amino acids involved in various body functions and metabolism. Monosodium glutamate is the source of glutamate, which is naturally available in mushrooms, grapes, tomatoe, snd other food products. It is one of the most abundant naturally occurring nonessential amino acid.

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