> [Concerns regarding the regular use of umami boosting ingredients such as soya sauce and fish sauce?] No. [Soy sauce] It’s safe in moderate amounts. [Forum Discussion](https://archive.ph/o/OJZkW/https://raypeatforum.com/community/threads/rp-email-advice-comment-umami.13807/) > [What are your thoughts on spices used in food such as cumin, turmeric, paprika?] Certain spices, especially cumin and caraway, are very allergenic for many people; it’s good to be watchful, but some spices have protective effects—turmeric, pepper, cinnamon, and clove, for example.