It was already mentioned above that instant noodles are hard to digest.  What’s more is that it messes with your guts.  It may cause nausea and vomiting.  Abdominal pain, heartburn, bloating, constipation, or even diarrhea can as well be felt. 

It can slow down nutrient absorption and body’s metabolism

Accumulation of the toxic substances in instant noodles – namely food coloring, addictive substance, and preservatives- can eventually affect your body’s metabolism.  You may feel weak and dull because your body does not get enough energy and nutrients that it needs. 

It weakens the immune system

Aside from affecting the digestion and metabolism, intake of instant noodles can also weaken the immune system because of Propylene glycol content.  This substance is used to keep the noodles moist. 

What’s more disturbing is that if it accumulates in the body, it can also affect vital organs such as the heart, liver and kidney. 

It may lead to obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease

Instant noodles contain a lot of trans-fat which we know is one of the main causes of obesity and heart disease.  In addition, the fact that noodles are made from Maida (describes earlier) makes it more dangerous and unhealthy.  Instant noodles are nothing but a source of empty calories and preservatives, which may cause obesity. 

It can affect the brain

Another bad thing about instant noodles is its excessive content of monosodium glutamate or MSG used for flavor enhancement.  This substance can affect the brain.  In minor cases, it can cause headaches or migraine.  But the worst part is that it may lead to more serious brain issues.  Baby’s whose mothers have consumed amount of MSG may develop autism.  MSG can also worsen conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. 

The chemicals and other additives that can be found in instant noodles can cause cancer.  Aside from this, the packaging is another factor of how instant noodles can lead to cancer.  A lot of instant noodle brands and products make use of cup packaging made of plastic or Styrofoam, which is a known cancer-agent.  Some instant noodle products only require you to put hot water in them.  As you put hot water, the plastic cup or Styrofoam is also heated, making its chemicals react and mix with the noodles. 

it is best to go natural, and choose the real thing.  Think twice of getting a pack of instant noodles the next time you visit the store.