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The Quaker Oats Company — SQUARES CRUNCHY OAT CEREAL, BROWN SUGAR

by The Quaker Oats Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

OatWheatCane SugarBarleyMaltCornSoybean
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 7 MRT-tested substances, including direct matches for major grains (Oat, Wheat, Barley) and sweeteners (Cane Sugar, Malt). It also contains Maltodextrin and Mixed Tocopherols, which are standard clinical sources for Corn and Soybean, respectively. Due to the high trigger count and the presence of multiple reactive grain and sugar profiles, this product is unsuitable for the elimination or early reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
whole grain oat flour Oat DIRECT_MATCH
whole grain wheat flour Wheat DIRECT_MATCH
brown sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
maltodextrin Corn HIDDEN_SOURCE
malted barley extract Barley DIRECT_MATCH
malted barley extract Malt DIRECT_MATCH
molasses Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
mixed tocopherols Soybean HIDDEN_SOURCE

This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.

Understanding These Triggers

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Oat

Oat is independently tested on the MRT panel. Found in oatmeal, granola, and many "gluten-free" products that use oat flour. Distinct from wheat sensitivity.

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Wheat

A major grain trigger distinct from celiac disease. MRT measures inflammatory mediator release to wheat protein, not IgE-mediated gluten allergy. Found in bread, pasta, and many processed foods.

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Cane Sugar

Cane sugar sensitivity is specific to sugarcane-derived sweeteners and is distinct from glucose intolerance. Look for it in ingredient lists as sucrose, cane juice, or turbinado sugar.

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Corn

Corn derivatives are among the hardest triggers to avoid. Found as corn syrup, cornstarch, modified food starch, dextrose, maltodextrin, and citric acid in thousands of processed products.

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Soybean

Soy-derived ingredients appear in a wide range of processed foods including soy lecithin, soybean oil, and textured soy protein. One of the most prevalent hidden triggers.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 7 identified triggers, this product has a high concentration of MRT-tested substances. The probability that at least one of these triggers is reactive on your personal panel is statistically significant.

This product is not recommended during Phase 1 (Elimination) or Phase 2 (Reintroduction). It may only be considered during Phase 3 (Maintenance) after your Certified LEAP Therapist has confirmed that all 7 substances scored Green on your individual MRT results.

Products with 3 or more MRT panel triggers require individualized evaluation. Do not attempt to self-assess — your CLT has the clinical training to weigh multiple reactive substances and potential cross-reactivity.

Full Ingredient List

whole grain oat flour, whole grain wheat flour, brown sugar, sugar, maltodextrin, malted barley extract, malted barley extract, molasses, mixed tocopherols

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Medical Disclaimer: This data is algorithmically generated based on USDA databases and is not medical advice. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.