High Risk

General Mills, Inc. — OLD EL PASO, THICK ‘N CHUNKY SALSA, HOT, HOT

by General Mills, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

TomatoOnionChili PepperCitric AcidGarlic
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 5 distinct MRT-tested substances: Tomato, Onion, Chili Pepper (derived from jalapenos), Garlic, and Citric Acid. It also contains ‘Spice,’ which represents an unknown variable as it may contain additional tested substances such as Cumin or Black Pepper. Due to the high trigger count and the presence of unknown spices, this product is categorized as High Risk and is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
tomato puree Tomato DIRECT_MATCH
tomatoes Tomato DIRECT_MATCH
onions Onion DIRECT_MATCH
jalapeno peppers Chili Pepper DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
dried onion Onion DIRECT_MATCH
dried garlic Garlic DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: spice

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

Understanding These Triggers

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Tomato

Tomato is a nightshade tested on the MRT panel. It appears in ketchup, pasta sauce, pizza, and many prepared foods. Includes all tomato-derived ingredients like tomato paste and powder.

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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.

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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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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.

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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."

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

tomato puree, tomatoes, onions, jalapeno peppers, citric acid, dried onion, dried garlic

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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.