Why ajinomoto is harmful in pregnancy?

Question

I had noodles from outside yesterday and only after eating remembered they put ajinomoto in it. Now im a bit worried, everyone says avoid it during pregnancy but nobody tells why exactly. Can someone explain?

Kusum Alva · Answer

My doctor said its not exactly poison but its better to limit MSG because it can trigger headaches and make you very thirsty in some people, and pregnancy already makes us sensitive. Also Chinese food has too much salt which isnt great for BP. She told me occasional is okay, just dont make it regular.

Tripti Parikh · Answer

I cut down ordering Chinese during pregnancy mostly for the salt and oil, not just ajinomoto. When I craved noodles I made them at home without it. Easier on the stomach and you control what goes in.

Mansi Apte · Answer

Ugh the noodles craving was real for me too. I just made desi style maggi at home without any of that stuff and it satisfied me. Outside Chinese gave me crazy thirst and bloating so I gave up.

Hemali Kelkar · Answer

Mostly its the salt and the heaviness that's the issue. Better to avoid but one cheat meal wont ruin anything.

Lakshmi Haldar · Answer

Honestly its more about the junk that comes with it, the oily salty Chinese food and the bloating after. I just avoided it because it gave me acidity badly. Once in a while wont harm but daily na, skip it.