How to avoid excess MSG in your diet

MSG is a flavor enhancer that is added to Chinese and Asian foods, canned foods, frozen foods and some soups. It is an additive that causes an allergy reaction in some people, not other people. Learn how to avoid excess MSG's in your diet in this nutrition how-to video.

Take Action
Read food labels carefully
Avoid Chinese & Asian food restaurants
Identify alternative names for MSG

About this Author
Mary Hondros graduated from University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. She currently works as a nutritionist for New Hanover County Schools in North Carolina. Her main focus is to teach children to improve nutritional habits.