High Risk

Pepsico Inc. — Tostitos Hint of Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips 13 Ounce Plastic Bag

by Pepsico Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

CornCanola/RapeseedSunflowerCane SugarCow's MilkCitric AcidLimeWhey
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 8 MRT-tested substances, including major grains, multiple oils, dairy components, and a chemical additive. It also contains ‘natural flavors,’ which are of unknown composition and may contain additional triggers. Due to the high trigger count and the presence of dairy and corn derivatives, this product is incompatible with early LEAP phases and requires guidance from a Certified LEAP Therapist for maintenance phases.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
Corn Corn DIRECT_MATCH
Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil) Corn, Canola/Rapeseed, Sunflower DIRECT_MATCH
Sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
Dextrose Corn DERIVED_MATCH
Sour Cream (Cultured Cream, Skim Milk) Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
Corn Maltodextrin Corn DERIVED_MATCH
Citric Acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
Lime Juice Lime DIRECT_MATCH
Skim Milk Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
Whey Whey DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors

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

Understanding These Triggers

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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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Canola/Rapeseed

Canola oil (derived from rapeseed) is an MRT-tested substance. It is one of the most common cooking oils in processed foods and restaurant cooking. Look for it in fried foods, dressings, and baked goods.

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Sunflower

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.

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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.

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Cow's Milk

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.

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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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Whey

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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 8 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 8 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

Corn, Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil), Sugar, Dextrose, Sour Cream (Cultured Cream, Skim Milk), Corn Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Lime Juice, Skim Milk, Whey

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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.