18 Jun 2021 --- The scope of “better-for-you” offerings is broadening, which consistently challenges food developers to identify new functional solutions to meet the evolving demands for products free of artificial additives, such as monosodium glutamate (MSG). In line with the global clean label trend, many consumers have been vocal about switching out these ingredients to avoid potentially adverse effects. However, some industry stakeholders believe not all artificial additives should be equally scrutinized. Dr. Joe Formanek, director of New Product Development at Ajinomoto Health and Nutrition North America, shares this sentiment.