Addressing Ingredient Misinformation: A Look at MSG

The Lempert Report
December 01, 2021

The growing belief among consumers that nutritious foods are only those made with minimal, easy-to-pronounce ingredients presents a new challenge and educational opportunity for retail professionals: demonstrate that all of our food is chemically composed and ingredients like monosodium glutamate (MSG) – unfamiliar as they may sound – can be safe and offer real health and flavor benefits. This episode takes a deep dive into MSG's history, science, and benefits (like sodium reduction) as a way to equip retail professionals with the facts and support educated food decisions.

References:

MSG Safety, Facts and Science KnowMSG.com

MSG and Sodium Reduction: Research and Resources https://www.knowmsg.com/know-health/

Guidance for Industry: Voluntary Sodium Reduction Goals https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/guidance-industry-voluntary-sodium-reduction-goals