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MSG : Hidden Sources

MSG is now estimated to be added to over two-thirds of pseudo-food brands. It’s primarily found in soups, broths, bouillon, salad dressings, sauces, frozen meals, candy, seasonings, ice cream and candy. Eating whole, fresh, natural foods and purchasing only natural brand processed foods is the best way to avoid it.

Do check labels in the health food stores, however. Unfortunately, I have run across it in a few natural brand processed foods as well, usually listed as “autolyzed yeast extract,” or “yeast extract.” Although some people may have no reaction to MSG in these forms, those of us who are very sensitive to it may. Also be aware that “natural flavoring” is a catch-all phrase for what is frequently a lengthy list of chemicals which can include MSG.

Commercial dairy products may also cause MSG reactions in MSG-sensitive people because some dairy products are ultra-pasteurized, some are fermented, and many contain additives that are problematic for MSG-sensitive people.

Since starting to educate people about the problems associated with monosodium glutamate (MSG), I have received numerous testimonies and thank you notes from people who have benefited from eliminating processed foods that contain this toxic flavor enhancer from their diet. Although relief from migraines and other headaches are reported the most, many others have reported getting relief from everything from PMS to brain fog to depression to hot flashes and more, by taking this one simple action.

HIDDEN SOURCES OF MSG

In addition to being listed outright as MSG or monosodium glutamate, food manufacturers disguise this toxic additive under more than 27 different names.

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Terms that always indicate MSG:

· monosodium glutamate

· autolyzed yeast

· yeast extract

· hydrolyzed vegetable protein

· hydrolyzed protein

· hydrolyzed plant protein

· plant protein extract

· sodium caseinate

· calcium caseinate

· textured protein

· hydrolyzed oat flour

· potassium glutamate

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Terms that frequently indicate MSG:

· malt extract

· malto-dextrin

· bouillon

· broth

· stock

· flavoring

· natural flavoring/artificial flavoring

· natural beef or chicken flavoring

· seasoning

· spices

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Terms that may indicate hidden MSG:

· soy sauce

· gelatin

· carrageen

· enzyme modified

· protein fortified

· fermented

· ultra pasteurized

Note: In Europe, E621 is used on labels to signify MSG.

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Excerpted from: No-Nonsense Nutrition in Bite-Sized Portions, by Kelly Hayford, CNC

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Kelly Hayford, C.N.C. is the award-winning author of If It’s Not Food Don’t Eat It! As a former junk food junkie turned nutrition and health coach, she has helped thousands reverse dis-ease, and restore their health, energy and natural weight. For more information, visit:  www.KellyHayford.com or call 303.746.8970

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