Mars, Inc. — MINT CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARS, MINT CHOCOLATE ALMOND
by Mars, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 10 MRT-tested substances. It contains major allergens including Cow’s Milk, Egg White, Almond, and Soybean. Additionally, it contains several chemical and food-based triggers such as Corn (via corn syrup), Cocoa, Cane Sugar, and Mint/Menthol. The ‘artificial flavor’ common in Mars chocolate products typically maps to Coumarin/Vanillin, while ‘natural flavors’ remain an unknown variable. The high trigger count makes this product unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| almonds | Almond | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa butter | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| chocolate | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| skim milk | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| milkfat | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| corn syrup | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| egg whites | Egg White | DIRECT_MATCH |
| mint flavor | Mint/Menthol | DIRECT_MATCH |
| artificial flavor | Coumarin/Vanillin | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors, artificial flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
Tree nut tested individually on the MRT panel. Almond flour and almond milk are common substitutes in elimination diets — verify your personal MRT results before using.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Egg white protein (albumin) is a common MRT trigger. It appears in baked goods, mayonnaise, and many processed foods. Egg yolk is tested separately on the MRT panel.
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 10 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 10 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
almonds, sugar, cocoa butter, chocolate, skim milk, milkfat, soy lecithin, soy lecithin, corn syrup, egg whites, mint flavor, artificial flavor
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