HIDDEN SOURCES OF MSG
HIDDEN SOURCES OF MSG
June 1, 1995
Food label descriptors that contain enough MSG to serve as common
MSG-reaction triggers
These ALWAYS contain MSG:
Glutamate Textured protein
Monosodium glutamate Hydrolyzed protein
Monopotassium glutamate (any protein that is hydrolyzed)
Glutamic acid Yeast extract
Calcium caseinate Yeast food
Sodium caseinate Autolyzed yeast
Gelatin Yeast nutrient
These very OFTEN contain MSG:
Malt extract Flavors(s) & Flavoring(s)
Malt flavoring Natural flavor(s) & flavoring(s)
Barley malt Natural pork flavoring
Bouillon Natural beef flavoring
Stock Natural chicken flavoring
Broth Seasonings (the word “seasonings”)
Carrageenan Soy sauce
Maltodextrin Soy sauce extract
Whey protein Soy protein
Whey protein isolate Soy protein isolate
Whey protein concentrate Soy protein concentrate
Pectin anything Protein fortified
anything Enzyme modified
These can be used to CREATE MSG:
Protease enzymes Protease Fungal protease Enzymes
Hidden MSG is not limited to use in food. MSG sensitive people have
reported reactions to soaps, shampoos, hair conditioners, and
cosmetics that contain hidden MSG. The most obvious common hiding places
are in ingredients called “hydrolyzed protein” and “amino acids.”
http://www.holisticmed.com/msg/msg-sources.txt
Drinks, candy, and chewing gum are also potential sources of hidden MSG.
Also, aspartic acid, found in aspartame (NutraSweet) ordinarily causes MSG
type reactions in MSG sensitive people. Aspartame is
found in some medications. Check with your pharmacist.
Binders and fillers for medications, nutrients, and supplements, both
prescription and non-prescription, including enteral feeding
materials and some fluids administered intravenously in hospitals, may
contain MSG.
Reactions to MSG are dose related, i.e., some people react to even very
small amounts of MSG while others usually only react to relatively
more. MSG-induced reactions may occur immediately after
contact or after as much as 48 hours.
There are additional ingredients that appear to cause MSG reactions in
ACUTELY sensitive people. A list is available for those interested.
Truth in Labeling Campaign (TLC) PO Box 2532 Darien, IL 60561