![]() Protein powders and protein drinks contain glutamic acid, and the glutamic acid in the protein powders and drinks will always be processed (manufactured) free glutamic acid (MSG). Low fat and no fat versions of ice cream and cheese may not be as obvious as yogurt, milk, cream, cream cheese, cottage cheese, etc., but they are not exceptions. Other dairy products often contain carrageenan, guar gum, and/or locust bean gum. Low fat and no fat milk products often contain milk solids that contain MSG. The words “enzyme” and “protease” (which is a type of enzyme) signal the presence of enzymes capable of causing the production of MSG. In addition to ingredients that contain MSG, some acids and enzymes when combined with a food that contains protein will produce MSG. ![]() Unlike the ingredient called "monosodium glutamate," they give the consumer no clue that there is MSG in the ingredient. ![]() "Autolyzed yeast," "maltodextrin," “hydrolyzed pea protein”, and "sodium caseinate" are the common or usual names of some ingredients that contain MSG. Each, according to the FDA, must be called by its own, unique, "common or usual name." There are over 40 food ingredients besides "monosodium glutamate" that contain processed free glutamic acid (MSG). It can be used as ingredients in pesticides, fungicides, fertilizers, and plant growth enhancers - remaining in the edible portion of the plant or on the edible portion of the plant when its leaves, fruits, nuts, grains, seeds, and other edible parts are brought to market. It can be used in waxes applied to fresh fruits and vegetables. MSG can be used (and hidden) in processed foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and the food that is given to pets and other animals.
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