I had written:

Maybe not all but it is becoming quite rampant

My health suffered immensely from the food health issue in the Philippines, as well as the very poor eating habits (and health habits) of anyone I tried to take a romantic interest in. It is really pervasive and discouraging. There are other redeeming qualities in the Philippines from my perspective, but food is a major hassle for me here. I have to prepare everything at home. And I do like filipino food, but I have to prepare it myself in order to be sure no MSG has been added. There may be exceptions and I am actively trying to discover them.