High Risk

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. — SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS

by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Chili PepperCornBenzoic AcidSodium MetabisulfiteFD&C Yellow #5
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 5 MRT-tested substances. Jalapeño peppers are a direct match for Chili Pepper. Distilled vinegar is a hidden source of Corn. The product also contains three chemical additives: Sodium Benzoate (Benzoic Acid), Sodium Metabisulfite, and FD&C Yellow #5. Due to the high trigger count, this product is not suitable for early LEAP phases.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
jalapeno peppers Chili Pepper DIRECT_MATCH
distilled vinegar Corn HIDDEN_SOURCE
sodium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
sodium metabisulfite Sodium Metabisulfite CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 5 FD&C Yellow #5 CHEMICAL_MATCH

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

Understanding These Triggers

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Chili Pepper

Chili pepper (Capsicum) is tested on the MRT panel. It appears in hot sauces, spice blends, seasoned meats, and many Mexican, Asian, and Indian-cuisine-inspired processed foods.

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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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Benzoic Acid

A preservative tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found as sodium benzoate in soft drinks, pickles, salad dressings, and condiments. Also occurs naturally in cranberries and cinnamon.

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FD&C Yellow #5

Tartrazine (Yellow #5) is an azo dye on the MRT chemical panel. Found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. Cross-reactivity with aspirin sensitivity has been documented in clinical literature.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 5 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 5 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

jalapeno peppers, distilled vinegar, sodium benzoate, sodium metabisulfite, yellow 5

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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.