Instant ramen noodles are a quick, easy, and satisfying snack for many, especially for those living alone or rushing through their day. But a recent viral video has left fans questioning what they’re really consuming.

An Instagram user posted a video showing a warning label on a ramen packet that read:

“Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm.”

The user was shock over the label and said they had no idea ramen noodles came with such a warning. The video quickly spread, leaving viewers surprised and filled with questions about their favorite comfort food.

The post’s comment section flooded with reactions. One viewer wrote:

“A lot of times, the packaging itself is toxic. The heat printed wrappers leach chemicals into your skin at levels above the minimum decided safe exposure amount. That requires them to apply the cancer/hormone disruptor warning.”

Another user added: “Eating spicy too much every day can increase the risk of cancer. Once in 3-4 months is enough.”

Another person said: “Nearly everything we eat can do damage if we eat it too much, but every now and then shouldn’t be a problem. I’ve had it a few times, maybe 6 times a year. I would eat it more, but it’s too spicy.”

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What health experts say about Ramen noodles

Registered dietitian Cara Harbstreet explained that:

“Packaged instant noodles, including most ramen varieties, rely heavily on sodium for flavour.”

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the flavor packets included in ramen can carry up to 90% of the recommended daily sodium intake in a single serving. That’s a lot of salt packed into just one meal.

Meanwhile, data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that an 81-gram serving of ramen contains 14 grams of total fat, including 6.58 grams of saturated fat—roughly one-third of the daily limit.

Another issue often raised about ramen noodles is monosodium glutamate (MSG)—a flavor enhancer commonly used in packaged foods. While its effects are still debated, some believe MSG can lead to symptoms like: Headaches, nausea, muscle tightness, weakness, and chest pain

So next time you’re craving a quick bowl of ramen, it might be worth checking the label first.

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