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Articles Found on This Page: Hidden Sources of MSG; Harmful Ingredients in Personal Care Products
Hidden Sources of MSG Below is a partial list of the most common names for disguised MSG. Notice that many of them are sources of "vegetarian foods". Remember also that the powerful excitotoxins aspartate and L-cysteine are frequently added to foods and according to FDA rules require no labeling at all.
Always Contains MSG: Monosodium Glutamate; Hydrolyzed Veg. Protein; Hydrolyzed Plant Protein; Plant Protein Extract; Sodium Caseinate; Calcium Caseinate; Yeast Extract; Textured Protein; Autolyzed Yeast; Hydrolyzed Oat Flour;
Frequently Contains MSG: Malt Extract; Malt Flavouring; Bouillon; Broth; Stock; Flavouring; Natural Flavouring; Natural Chicken or Beef Flavouring; Seasoning; Spices
May Contain MSG: Carrageenan; Enzymes; Soy Protein Concentrate; Soy Protein Isolate; Whey Protein Concentrate
These excitotoxins are also being added into tobacco products, soy milk, etc. Be Aware.
Source: Dr. T.W. Brown, ND, Ocean Park Natural Therapies, Surrey, BC, 604.538.3017
Harmful Ingredients
Check the labels of your current products for the following potentially harmful ingredients. Note the warnings and cautionary statements printed on many of these products!
Potentially Harmful Ingredients
Alcohol: May increase the risk of developing oral or throat cancer.
Aluminum: Related to nerve damage and brain disorders, such as Alzheimer�s.
Butane Aerosol propellant: Is flammable and in high doses may be narcotic or cause asphyxiation.
Flavoring: Some can be potentially carcinogenic.
Fluoride: Has been shown to be a potential carcinogen.
Propane Aerosol propellant: Is flammable and in high doses may be narcotic.
Propylene Glycol: Has been shown to cause dermatitis, kidney and liver abnormalities. Inhibits skin cell growth. Very irritating to the skin.
Salt: Very drying, irritating, and corrosive.
Sodium Fluoride: Has been shown to be a potential carcinogen.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES): Two very similar chemicals that build up in the heart, liver, lungs, and brain. Could retard healing, cause cataracts, roughen skin, and lead to improper eye development in children under 6 years. (Source: The Safe Shopper's Bible by Dr Samuel Epstein)
Talc: Skin irritant, possible carcinogen.
Tallow (Animal Fat): Weighs down the hair and attracts dirt.
Products To Examine
Mouthwashes: Alcohol, Flavoring, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Toothpastes: Fluoride, Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Shampoos: Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
Conditioners: Propylene Glycol, Tallow (Animal Fat)
Shaving Gels/Creams: Propylene Glycol, Salt, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Deodorants: Aluminum, Butane, Propane, Propylene Glycol, Talc
Shower Bars/Gels: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES), Tallow (Animal Fat)
