High Risk

Clif Bar and Company — BLOKS ENERGY CHEWS

by Clif Bar and Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

TapiocaCane SugarCornCitric AcidSunflower
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

Clif Bloks Energy Chews contain 5 MRT-tested substances. The base formula utilizes Tapioca Syrup and Cane Sugar as primary caloric sources. Maltodextrin is included, which is typically derived from Corn in these formulations. Citric Acid is present as a chemical additive, and Sunflower oil is used for processing. Due to the high number of known triggers and the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ (an unknown variable), this product is contraindicated for the elimination and reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
organic tapioca syrup Tapioca DIRECT_MATCH
organic cane sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
organic maltodextrin Corn DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
organic sunflower oil Sunflower 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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Tapioca

Tapioca (cassava-derived starch) is MRT-tested. Increasingly used as a gluten-free thickener, in boba tea, puddings, and as modified food starch. Common in allergen-free baking.

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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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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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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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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.

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

organic tapioca syrup, organic cane sugar, organic maltodextrin, citric acid, organic sunflower oil

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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.