介绍味精(MSG),加工食品中常见的全球食品添加剂,由于其化学复杂性和营养复杂性,影响风味和质地。尽管年产量为190万吨,历史上存在安全隐患,对健康的多方面影响,从代谢紊乱到神经和心血管疾病,需要进行知情消费和均衡饮食的持续研究。材料和方法这项横断面研究调查了沙特阿拉伯城市人口中与味精相关的复杂性。研究包括问卷开发,翻译,和文化适应,并由营养专家验证。对于95%的置信水平,计算样本大小为420。数据收集发生在2023年9月13日至10月31日,并确保了道德考虑。统计分析,包括卡方检验,回归分析,SPSS,探索错综复杂的关系。结果沙特阿拉伯城市人口的味精复杂性研究,涉及420名受访者,在人口统计学上表现出显著的相关性(P<0.05)。主要发现表明人们意识到味精对健康的影响,它与各种条件的联系,并大力支持将其排除在食品之外。区域,性别,年龄,社会地位相关性突出了不同的观点。西部省份的反应率最高,为42.61%,提出区域意识问题。性别动态显示,90.47%的受访者是女性,强调潜在的针对性别的关切。20-30岁(61.9%)的人口集中强调了世代因素。虽然注意到值得称赞的基线认识,73.09%的参与者认为味精有害,提示进一步调查。情绪反应,包括快乐(25.95%)和沮丧(18.33%),突出个人经验的复杂性,强调需要量身定制的沟通策略。结论沙特阿拉伯城市人口的味精复杂性研究揭示了对知识的见解,态度,和行为,强调需要考虑到地区和情绪差异的细微差别干预措施。调查结果强调了健康问题,配套法规,和知识对行为的影响。这项调查是在沙特阿拉伯城市独特的社会文化背景下进行知情的公共话语和决策的宝贵工具。
Introduction Monosodium glutamate (MSG), a common global food additive in processed foods, influences flavors and textures due to its chemical complexity and nutritional intricacy. Despite an annual production of 1.9 million tons and historical safety concerns, the multifaceted impact on health, ranging from metabolic disorders to neurological and cardiovascular implications, necessitates ongoing research for informed consumption and balanced dietary practices. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study investigates MSG-associated intricacies among Saudi Arabia\'s urban population. The research included questionnaire development, translation, and cultural adaptation, and was validated by nutrition experts. A sample size of 420 was calculated for a 95% confidence level. Data collection occurred from September 13 to October 31, 2023, and ethical considerations were ensured. Statistical analysis, including chi-square tests, regression analysis, and SPSS, explored intricacy relationships. Results The MSG intricacy study in Saudi Arabia\'s urban population, involving 420 respondents, showed statistically significant correlations (P < 0.05) in demographics. The key findings indicate an awareness of the impact of MSG on health, its associations with various conditions, and strong support for its exclusion from foods. Region, gender, age, and social status correlations highlighted diverse perspectives. The Western province showed the highest response rate at 42.61%, prompting regional awareness questions. Gender dynamics showed that 90.47% of the respondents were females, emphasizing potential gender-specific concerns. Concentration among ages 20-30 (61.9%) underscored generational factors. While commendable baseline awareness was noted, 73.09% of the participants believing MSG is harmful prompts further investigation. Emotional responses, including happiness (25.95%) and frustration (18.33%), highlight the complexity of the individuals\' experiences, emphasizing the need for tailored communication strategies. Conclusion The MSG intricacy study in Saudi Arabia\'s urban population reveals insights into knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors, emphasizing the need for nuanced interventions considering regional and emotional differences. The findings underscore health concerns, supporting regulations, and knowledge impact on behavior. This survey serves as a valuable tool for informed public discourse and decision-making in the unique socio-cultural context of urban Saudi Arabia.