High Risk

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. — Zesty & Spicy Pasta Sauce, Zesty & Spicy

by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

TomatoFructoseCornSoybeanCarrotCitric AcidGarlicChili Pepper
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. manufactures this product, which has been analyzed against the full MRT 176 panel — comprising 149 foods and 27 chemical additives — to identify potential immune-mediated sensitivities.

MRT Safety Assessment

This product contains 8 MRT-tested substances, including food matches (Tomato, Corn, Soybean, Carrot, Garlic, Chili Pepper) and chemical matches (Fructose, Citric Acid). Additionally, the presence of ‘spices’ and ‘natural flavor’ represents unknown variables that could contain further reactive substances. Due to the high density of triggers, this product is contraindicated for the elimination and reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.

Risk Summary

  • Risk Classification: High Risk
  • MRT Triggers Identified: 8
  • Safe Ingredients: 2
  • Unknown/Ambiguous: 2 (spices, natural flavor)
  • LEAP Phase Compatibility: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

The following ingredients were identified as matching substances on the MRT 176 panel:

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
tomato puree Tomato Direct Match
high fructose corn syrup Fructose Chemical Match
high fructose corn syrup Corn Direct Match
soybean oil Soybean Direct Match
carrot fiber Carrot Direct Match
citric acid Citric Acid Chemical Match
dried garlic Garlic Direct Match
dried green chiles Chili Pepper Direct Match

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped to the MRT 176 panel: spices, natural flavor. Patients should treat these as potential triggers until MRT testing confirms safety.

LEAP Protocol Guidance

With 8 MRT-tested substances identified, this product is not recommended during Phase 1 or Phase 2. Phase 3 (Maintenance) patients should consult their Certified LEAP Therapist.

UPC Code: 070038636397

Assessment Methodology

This assessment was generated using Wellbloom’s automated clinical analysis pipeline. Each ingredient was cross-referenced against the complete MRT 176 panel — including 149 food antigens and 27 chemical additives.

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

Understanding These Triggers

🍅
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.

🍬
Fructose

Fructose is tested independently from cane sugar on the MRT panel. Found as high-fructose corn syrup, agave nectar, and crystalline fructose. MRT tests inflammatory mediator response, not malabsorption.

🌽
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.

🫘
Soybean

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.

🥕
Carrot

Carrot is an individually tested vegetable on the MRT panel. Found in soups, baby food, juice blends, and many vegetable-based processed foods. Related to celery in the Apiaceae family.

⚗️
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.

🧄
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."

🌶️
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.

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.

More from Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

UPC: 070038636397 Last Updated: April 26, 2026

🩸 Need Your MRT Blood Drawn?

Locate an approved phlebotomist for the 4.5mL Blue Top Kit near you.

Find Locations

Find a LEAP Therapist

Get personalized guidance from a Certified LEAP Therapist in your area.

Browse Practitioners
Medical Disclaimer: This data is algorithmically generated based on USDA databases and is not medical advice. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.