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BJ’s Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands — PETITE PEPPERONCINI

by BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Chili PepperCitric AcidBenzoic 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 substances tested on the MRT 176 panel, including a primary food group and four chemical additives. The presence of multiple preservatives (Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Metabisulfite) and synthetic coloring (Yellow 5) significantly increases the chemical load, making this product unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol. Furthermore, ‘Vinegar’ is present as an unknown variable often derived from corn.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
Peppers Chili Pepper DIRECT_MATCH
Citric Acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
Sodium Benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
Sodium Metabisulfite Sodium Metabisulfite CHEMICAL_MATCH
Yellow 5 FD&C Yellow #5 CHEMICAL_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: Vinegar

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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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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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

Peppers, Citric Acid, 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.