- Don't overlook the possibility that produce might have been sprayed with MSG.  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved virtually unrestricted use of MSG for use on growing produce; and California continues to approve spraying MSG-containing agricultural products on more and more selected fruits, grains, and vegetables.

 - Don't forget that milk is a possible source of hidden MSG.  Pay particular attention to ultra pasteurized milk and anything made with low fat, skim, or nonfat milk.

 - If you have been relying on Breyers icecream to be MSG-free, take another look.

 - Dietary supplements, processed food used by vegetarians, and products labeled "organic," are some of industry's favorite places for hiding MSG.

 - In 2003, manufacturers were set to flood the market with personal care products containing synthetic chemicals as well as processed free glutamic acid (MSG) that carry the label "organic." Included would have been soaps, shampoos, and other body care products that contain glutamate surfactants, and products that contain hydrolyzed proteins.

In 2003, the national organic standards did not cover body care products, leaving the door open for the unscrupulous to include synthetic ingredients (as defined by the National Organic Program) like MSG in products they call "organic."

 - Some manufacturers are still claiming "no MSG" or "no added MSG" on labels of products that sure look like they contain MSG?  And would you believe that Trader Joe's still carries such products?

 - There is MSG in some pet food.