The liquid Maggi seasoning is a well-known classic in the kitchen.
But how healthy or unhealthy is liquid seasoning really?
That's behind it.
Munich – In the kitchen, many people use liquid seasoning to cook, round off and refine dishes.
While some swear by the kitchen classic from childhood, others categorically reject the liquid spice.
One thing is certain: Opinions differ on the Maggi Würze.
Prefer not to use Maggi when cooking?
This is what the liquid seasoning consists of
According to the list of ingredients, the Maggi liquid seasoning is made from the following ingredients:
Vegetable protein, biologically broken down (consisting of water, wheat proteins, salt)
Water
Flavors (contains wheat)
Flavor enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate)
Salt
Sugar
So far so good.
At first glance, the Maggi ingredients look clear and natural.
So can you use the liquid spice when cooking with a clear conscience?
Maggi: What is really behind the liquid seasoning sauce?
According to the ingredient list, Maggi liquid seasoning is a vegan food ingredient, but it consists of three types of flavor enhancers.
If consumed in moderation, the flavor enhancer glutamate is harmless.
However, the additive has also been controversial for decades.
This is reported by the online science portal
Spektrum.de.
As an additive, glutamate is found in many foods to make them tastier.
However, it is not a man-made artifact.
Glutamate is a natural substance that is found in the human body but is also found in many natural foods such as parmesan, tomatoes and breast milk.
As
Spektrum.de
writes, scientists assume that large amounts of glutamate can promote inflammation, pain syndromes, heart disease and cancer.
Why Maggi is only recommended in moderation
The Magg spice makes the food spicier, but not more nutritious.
Of particular concern is the high salt content.
According to the news portal
t-online.de
, the Maggi liquid spice consists of up to 20 percent salt.
Therefore, dishes that have been refined with the liquid spice should not be salted additionally.
This would clearly exceed the daily requirement.
The consumer advice center warns that too much salt consumption can lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases.
In addition, the liquid spice can be addictive.
This is due to the flavor enhancers and the high salt content.
It is considered proven that salt
addictive and the amount has to be steadily increased as the taste buds get used to the additive.
Which explains why you often can't stop eating chips or instant noodles.
Liquid spices are safe in moderation, but not good for your health in the long run.
Therefore, foods without additives would be the healthier alternative.
(
Vivian Werg
)