The Hershey Company — REESE’S, CRISPY WAFER BAR STICKS, MILK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, MILK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER
by The Hershey CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 13 MRT-tested substances, including several high-frequency reactive foods such as Wheat, Peanut, Cow’s Milk, and Soybean. It also contains chemical triggers including Lecithin (Soy) and Coumarin/Vanillin. The inclusion of Corn-derived dextrose and multiple vegetable oils (Sunflower/Safflower) further complicates the reactive profile. Given the high trigger count and presence of major food allergens, this product is strictly contraindicated for Phases 1 and 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| peanuts | Peanut | DIRECT_MATCH |
| enriched wheat flour | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sunflower oil | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| safflower oil | Safflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| dextrose | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| skim milk | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa butter | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| chocolate | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whey | Whey | DIRECT_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Lecithin (Soy) | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| yeast | Yeast (Baker’s) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| vanillin | Coumarin/Vanillin | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One of the most commonly reactive substances on the MRT panel. Found in dairy products and many processed foods as whey, casein, or milk solids. Cross-reactive with goat and sheep milk in some patients.
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.
Whey is a dairy-derived protein tested separately from whole cow's milk on the MRT panel. Found in protein powders, baked goods, processed cheese, and many sports nutrition products.
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.
Baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is MRT-tested. Found in bread, rolls, pizza dough, and fermented foods. Also present as yeast extract, a common flavor enhancer in savory products.
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 13 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 13 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, peanuts, enriched wheat flour, sunflower oil, safflower oil, dextrose, skim milk, cocoa butter, chocolate, whey, lecithin (soy), lecithin (soy), yeast, vanillin
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