Is BIGELOW — ICED TEA& LEMONADE TEA BAGS, ICED TEA & LEMONADE safe for the LEAP diet?

BIGELOW — ICED TEA& LEMONADE TEA BAGS, ICED TEA & LEMONADE contains 5 MRT-tested substances: Tea, Citric Acid, Lemon, Lecithin (Soy), Soybean. It is classified as Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided. Consult your CLT before consuming.

What MRT triggers does BIGELOW — ICED TEA& LEMONADE TEA BAGS, ICED TEA & LEMONADE contain?

BIGELOW — ICED TEA& LEMONADE TEA BAGS, ICED TEA & LEMONADE contains the following MRT 176 panel triggers: Tea, Citric Acid, Lemon, Lecithin (Soy), Soybean. These substances are tested in the Mediator Release Test and may cause delayed immune reactions in sensitive individuals.

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High Risk

BIGELOW — ICED TEA& LEMONADE TEA BAGS, ICED TEA & LEMONADE

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MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

TeaCitric AcidLemonLecithin (Soy)Soybean

LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 5 MRT-tested substances. Black tea and lemon peel are direct matches for Tea and Lemon. Citric acid is a chemical match. Soy lecithin triggers two distinct items on the MRT 176 panel: Lecithin (Soy) and Soybean. The presence of ‘natural flavors’ further complicates the safety profile as they are unknown variables. With five total triggers, this product is categorized as high risk and is not suitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the ImmunoCalm protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient	Maps To (MRT Panel)	Match Type
black tea	Tea	DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid	Citric Acid	CHEMICAL_MATCH
lemon peel	Lemon	DIRECT_MATCH
soy lecithin	Lecithin (Soy)	DIRECT_MATCH
soy lecithin	Soybean	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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Tea

Tea (Camellia sinensis) is MRT-tested. Covers black, green, white, and oolong teas. Distinct from caffeine sensitivity — you may react to tea proteins but not caffeine, or vice versa.

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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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Lemon

Lemon is tested as a standalone citrus substance on the MRT panel. It appears in beverages, dressings, marinades, and as a flavoring agent. Distinct from citric acid sensitivity.

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Lecithin (Soy)

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.

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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.

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

black tea, citric acid, lemon peel, soy lecithin, soy lecithin