High Risk

Kraft Heinz Foods Company — ZESTY ITALIAN DRESSING, LITE

by Kraft Heinz Foods Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Cane SugarGarlicOnionCitric AcidFD&C Yellow #5FD&C Yellow #6Paprika
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 several chemical additives (FD&C Yellow #5, FD&C Yellow #6, and Citric Acid via sodium citrate) and multiple food triggers (Garlic, Onion, Paprika, and Cane Sugar). It also contains ‘spices’ and ‘natural flavor’, which are high-risk unknown variables. Given the quantity of direct matches and chemical dyes, this product is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
dried garlic Garlic DIRECT_MATCH
dried onions Onion DIRECT_MATCH
sodium citrate Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 5 FD&C Yellow #5 DIRECT_MATCH
yellow 6 FD&C Yellow #6 DIRECT_MATCH
oleoresin paprika Paprika DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: spices, natural flavor

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

Understanding These Triggers

🍬
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.

🧄
Garlic

Garlic is an MRT-tested substance found in seasoning blends, sauces, and many processed foods. Often listed as "garlic powder," "dehydrated garlic," or hidden in "spices" or "natural flavors."

🧅
Onion

Onion is tested as a standalone substance on the MRT panel. It appears in seasonings, soups, sauces, and most savory processed foods. Often hidden as "dehydrated onion" or "onion powder" in spice blends.

⚗️
Citric Acid

A chemical additive tested on the MRT panel. Industrially produced from Aspergillus niger mold, not citrus fruit. Found in beverages, canned goods, candy, and as a preservative in thousands of products.

🟡
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.

🟠
FD&C Yellow #6

Sunset Yellow FCF is a synthetic azo dye tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in cereals, snack foods, candy, and some medications. Banned in several countries outside the US.

🌶️
Paprika

Paprika is a dried Capsicum spice tested on the MRT panel. Used heavily in seasoning blends, sausages, cheese coatings, and snack foods. Often listed generically as "spices" on ingredient labels.

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

sugar, dried garlic, dried onions, sodium citrate, yellow 5, yellow 6, oleoresin paprika

More from Kraft Heinz Foods Company

UPC: 021000701476 Last Updated: April 26, 2026

🩸 Need Your MRT Blood Drawn?

Locate an approved phlebotomist for the 4.5mL Blue Top Kit near you.

Find Locations

Find a LEAP Therapist

Get personalized guidance from a Certified LEAP Therapist in your area.

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