If you are health conscious and do not want to feed junk to your family, here are the top health offenders that you should avoid on food labels. Any food item with artificial coloring should never find a way in your supermarket trolley. Artificial sweeteners are another big no if you want to eat healthy. Also, steer clear of items that use Monosodium Glutamate or MSG that is a flavor enhancer.

Partially Hydrogenated Oil that are high in trans fats are a common ingredient in frozen foods and bakery items, which should be avoided. Propyl Galate, a meat product preservative is also highly detrimental to your health. Food items containing Sodium Nitrate or Sodium Nitrite should also be avoided as they are generally used to mask the absence of natural and fresh ingredients. In addition to the above mentioned ingredients, it is best to keep away from food items that contain added sugar or salt.