An example of misleading labeling

This package of Swanson Natural Goodness Chicken broth claims "No MSG"





Upon closer inspection, "No MSG" has a dislcaimer - "except that which naturally occurs in autolyzed yeast extract".

The label fails to tell you, that frequently MSG is masked as other ingredients. In this case: Stock, broth, and Flavoring.

For someone with a sensitivity to MSG, this product could cause an adverse reaction such as one or more of those listed below:

Cardiac Arrhythmia Atrial fibrillation Tachycardia ..Rapid heartbeat ..Palpitations Slow heartbeat Angina Extreme rise or drop ..in blood pressure Circulatory Swelling Gastrointestinal Diarrhea Nausea/vomiting Stomach cramps Irritable bowel Swelling of hemorrhoids and/or anus area Rectal bleeding Bloating Muscular Flu-like achiness Joint pain Stiffness

Neurological Depression Mood swings Rage reactions Migraine headache Dizziness Light-headedness Loss of balance Disorientation Mental confusion Anxiety Panic attacks Hyperactivity Behavioral problems ..in children Attention deficit ..disorders Lethargy Sleepiness Insomnia Numbness or paralysis Seizures Sciatica Slurred speech Chills and shakes Shuddering Visual Blurred vision Difficulty focusing Pressure around eyes

Respiratory Asthma Shortness of breath Chest pain Tightness in the chest Runny nose Sneezing Urological / Genital Bladder pain (with frequency) Swelling of the prostate Swelling of the vagina Vaginal spotting Frequent urination Nocturia Skin Hives (may be both ..internal and external) Rash Mouth lesions Temporary tightness or ..partial paralysis ..(numbness or tingling) ..of the skin Flushing Extreme dryness of ..the mouth / thirst Face swelling Tongue swelling Bags under eyes

source: http://www.truthinlabeling.org/adversereactions.html