MSG, aka yeast extract, aka hydrolyzed protein, aka . . .

MSG or Monosodium Glutamate

We look for MSG on the labels of our food, and if we find it, we may purchase another brand. But what if we were to read one of these ingredients?:

Glutamic Acid
Hydrolyzed protein
Autolyzed protein
Textured proteinr
Yeast extract
Autolyzed yeast extractr
Protein isolate
Soy saucer
Modified food starch
Modified corn starchr
Calcium caseinate
Sodlium caseinater
Broth
Maltodextrinr
Seasonings
Natural flavorr
Monopotassium glutamate
Glutamater
Gelatin
Hydrolyzed vegetable proteinr
Hydrolyzed plant protein
Textured proteinr
Yeast food
Yeast nutrientr
Torula yeast

The above are all synonyms for monosodium glutamate or MSG. Food manufacturers are not breaking any labeling laws here for the FDA permits MSG to be labeled in this way.
The health issues cannot be ignored in regards to food additives and MSG. The following conditions have been linked to the consumption of MSG:
Numbness or paralysis
Mouth lesions or soresr
Swelling of hands, feet or face
Diarrhear
Mitral valve prolapse
Nausear
Arrhythmia
Paroxysmal atrial fibrillationr
Vomiting
Rise or drop in blood pressure
Stomach cramps and gas
Irritable bowel, colitis, constipationr
Rapid heartbeat
Anginar
Swelling or painful rectum
Spastic colonr
Heart palpitations
Chills, shaking, shudderingr
Extreme thirst
Water retention and bloatingr
Tendonitis and joint pain
Arthritic-like painr
Abdominal discomfort
Flu-like symptomsr
Asthma symptoms
Stiffness or jaw or musclesr
Shortness of breath
Heavy feeling of arms and legsr
Chest pain
Mental dullnessr
Chest tightness
Depressionr
Runny nose and sneezing
Dizzinessr
Light headedness
Postnasal dripr
Disorientation or mental confusion
Bi-polar symptomsr
Bronchitis-like symptoms
Anxiety or panic attacksr
Sore throat or hoarseness
Hyperactivity in children
Chronic cough/tickle in throat
Attention Deficit Disorder ADD
Gagging reflex
Behavioural problemsr
Shin rash/hives/itching
Feeling inebriatedr
Mouth lesions
Slurred speechr
Tingling on ear or extremities
Balance problems
Skin flushing or burning sensation
Aching teethr
Seizures or tremors
Dark circles or bags under eyesr
Memory loss
Urinary problemsr
Lethargy
Difficulty focusingr
Sleep disorders
Pressure behind eyesr
Migraines or headaches
Vision disturbances – seeing lightsr
Reproductive disorders
Endocrine system imbalancesr
Appetite control problems
Nervous system disorders

The food industry does not want to scare away it’s customers by stating MSG on the label, but neither does it want to supply you with an allegedly flavor deficient (their words) product. So to bypass this problem, MSG is reworded, carefully, with the FDA’s blessing, to not sound like the dreaded MSG. Obesity is strongly linked to MSG, because MSG harms your endocrine system which disrupts your appetite control, causing you to eat even though you are feeling physically full. If this sounds like you, try to avoid MSG and see if a more normal appetite occurs.
Yeast extract was the first ‘codeword’, but now we are on to that one, so ‘torula yeast’ is the latest non-threatening term, and sadly this is found in ‘all-natural’ foods like veggie burgers. The food manufacturers state that these MSG-like substances are needed flavor enhancers, yet any of us who cook up a meal seem to manage just fine without it.

Indigo Earth Notes: Because there are so many synonyms for this neurotoxin, I have these listed in my small daily planner which I have when shopping. None of us should have to double-check ingredient lists with a de-coder booklet, but these companies' bottom lines are to supply a good tasting product and make money, not to improve your health.