Petition to Ban MSG in Schools and All Food in Washington State
Background: MSG, commonly used as a flavor enhancer, has raised health concerns due to its potential adverse effects. As concerned citizens, we believe that banning MSG can contribute to better public health and well-being.

Petition Statement: We, the undersigned, urge the Washington State Legislature and relevant authorities to take immediate action to ban the use of MSG in schools and all food products sold within the state. Our reasons for this petition include:

Health Risks Associated with MSG:

Research suggests that excessive MSG consumption may lead to health issues such as headaches, nausea, and allergic reactions, etc. 
By eliminating MSG from our food supply, we can protect the health of our residents, especially children.

Children’s Well-Being:

Many of you would have recently come across the word MSG and wondered what it exactly is. MSG, also known as monosodium glutamate, sodium glutamate, gelatin, glutamate, hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP), glutamic acid etc. is the sodium salt of glutamic acid. It is used as a flavour enhancer in the food industry. MSG as a flavour enhancer makes the tasteless food fresher, tastier and smell better. It does this by tricking of our taste buds. You may find MSG commonly used in Chinese food, restaurant cooked meals, canned vegetables, and processed meats. You may find MSG naturally in potatoes, peas, tomatoes and tomato juice, mushrooms, grapes, grape juice and other fruit juices, as well as cheeses such as Parmesan and Roquefort. It is a kind of food additive with a long list of harmful side effects. MSG is a toxic chemical that directly damages neurological tissue, causes metabolic syndrome, can damage the brain and even cause death. The regular intake of MSG can cause Obesity, Eye damage, Headaches, Fatigue and disorientation, Depression, etc.
Children are unprotected and very helpless when it comes to the negative effects of MSG. As they are budding souls and their brains are still developing, the harmful effects of MSG are more intense for them. Their developing brains are easily damaged by the poisonous chemical. MSG runs down in their blood and destroys the developing nerve fibers. There is no safe limit to MSG’s amount that can be put in the food for a child.

Schools play a crucial role in shaping children’s eating habits.
Banning MSG in school cafeterias and vending machines ensures that students are not exposed to potentially harmful additives.
Promoting Natural and Nutritious Food:

Removing MSG encourages the use of natural flavorings and whole ingredients.
It aligns with our goal of providing nutritious meals to students and residents.
Our Request: We respectfully request that the Washington State Legislature:

Enact Legislation: Introduce and pass legislation that prohibits the use of MSG in schools and all food products sold within the state.
Raise Awareness: Educate the public, food manufacturers, and schools about the risks associated with MSG.
Provide Alternatives: Encourage the use of healthier flavor enhancers and natural seasonings.