Mukbang Vlogger Stuns Netizens with MSG-Laden Sardine Dish
A mukbang vlogger went viral and elicited various reactions from netizens for eating sardines full of MSG and other seasonings.
The Facebook content creator Encanto Bang, known for his extreme food challenges surprised the netizens by eating a bowl of sardines loaded with MSG, a popular flavor enhancer, and various other seasonings.
The video immediately spread like wildfire on social media and garnered various reactions from the online community.
In his video, Encanto opened a canned sardines and poured them into a bowl. He mixed it with MSG and another brand of flavor enhancer, along with several other seasonings.
Initially, netizens thought he wouldn’t actually consume the dish. However, they were shocked when he began eating everything in the bowl.
Some fans expressed their worries about the potential health risks, particularly the high salt content and its impact on his kidneys. Others criticized the content creator for what they saw as wasteful and disrespectful behavior towards food.
Meanwhile, some speculated that the video might have been edited, suggesting that the original bowl was swapped out for sardines without the excessive seasonings. The suspicion arose from previous instances where extreme eating habits led to serious health consequences, including the unfortunate passing of a vlogger.
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The video has a caption:
“Ganito Kumain ng
SARDINAS!”
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
What is MSG?
MSG, or monosodium glutamate, is a flavor enhancer commonly added to food to improve its taste. It is often used in Asian cuisine, canned vegetables, soups, processed meats, and various packaged foods.
It works by stimulating taste receptors and enhancing the savory, umami flavor of foods. While it is generally recognized as safe by food regulatory authorities like the FDA, some individuals report adverse reactions to its consumption such as headaches, sweating, or nausea.