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by Clif Bar and CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product is classified as high risk due to the presence of 11 MRT-tested substances across multiple food and chemical categories. It contains several botanical triggers including Peanut, Tapioca, Oat, Rice, and Sunflower, along with sweeteners (Cane Sugar) and flavoring agents (Vanilla, Cocoa, Coumarin/Vanillin). The presence of ‘natural flavors’ introduces additional unknown variables that may contain further untested triggers. The inclusion of soy-derived ingredients (Lecithin and Soybean) necessitates practitioner guidance for patients in the early stages of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| peanut butter | Peanut | DIRECT_MATCH |
| tapioca syrup | Tapioca | DIRECT_MATCH |
| rolled oats | Oat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| oat flour | Oat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cane syrup | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cane sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| rice starch | Rice | DIRECT_MATCH |
| high oleic sunflower oil | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| peanut flour | Peanut | DIRECT_MATCH |
| unsweetened chocolate | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa butter | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sunflower lecithin | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Soybean | DERIVATIVE_MATCH |
| vanilla extract | Vanilla | DIRECT_MATCH |
| vanilla extract | Coumarin/Vanillin | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
Peanut is a legume (not a tree nut) tested on the MRT panel. Peanut oil, peanut butter, and peanut flour are all included. Distinct from IgE peanut allergy testing.
Tapioca (cassava-derived starch) is MRT-tested. Increasingly used as a gluten-free thickener, in boba tea, puddings, and as modified food starch. Common in allergen-free baking.
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.
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.
Rice is often used as a "safe" base in elimination diets, but some patients do react to it. Verify with your MRT results before assuming rice is safe for your Phase 1 rotation.
Sunflower seed and sunflower oil are MRT-tested. Sunflower lecithin is increasingly used as a soy lecithin alternative. Found in chips, cooking oils, and many "allergen-friendly" products.
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is tested as a standalone substance. Reactivity to cocoa affects all chocolate-containing products. Distinct from dairy or sugar reactions that often co-occur in chocolate.
Soy lecithin is one of the most ubiquitous food additives, used as an emulsifier in chocolate, baked goods, and margarine. Even small amounts can trigger mediator release in sensitive patients.
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.
Vanilla extract and vanillin (synthetic vanilla) are both MRT-tested. Vanilla appears in baked goods, desserts, and flavored beverages. Check for "natural flavors" which may contain vanilla.
A chemical compound found in cinnamon, vanilla, and many artificial flavorings. Tested on the MRT chemical additives panel. Often hidden under "natural flavors" or "artificial flavoring" on labels.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 11 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 11 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
peanut butter, tapioca syrup, rolled oats, oat flour, cane syrup, cane sugar, rice starch, high oleic sunflower oil, peanut flour, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa, cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin, soy lecithin, soy lecithin, vanilla extract, vanilla extract
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