Food Quote by Sue Dengate
““Foods that say ‘NO MSG’ in big letters will often contain hydrolysed vegetable protein or similar as well as nucleotide flavour enhancers (see the ‘Ribo Rash’ factsheet at www.fedup.com.au ).””
About This Quote
Source Article: Food Additives Review, 2021
The note warns that “NO MSG” labels can be misleading because similar flavor enhancers may still be present.
In simple terms: “NO MSG” doesn’t guarantee no flavor enhancers.
Key Takeaway
Read ingredient lists carefully.
Themes
nutrition
consumer awareness
food labeling
health
Mood
cautious
informed
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- grocery shopping
- diet planning
- restaurant choices
- food manufacturing
Key Concepts
misleading marketing
additive awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you verify true MSG‑free products?
- What alternatives exist for flavor enhancement?
A Different Perspective
Regulations vary, making enforcement hard.
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