Clif Bar and Company — CHOCOLATE CHIP MINIS SNACK-SIZE ENERGY BAR, CHOCOLATE CHIP
by Clif Bar and CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 10 MRT-tested substances, including multiple grains (Rice, Oat, Barley), legumes (Soybean), and sweeteners (Cane Sugar, Malt). It also contains chemical additives such as Lecithin (Soy) and several specific foods including Cocoa, Sunflower, and Cinnamon. Furthermore, the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ presents unknown variables that may contain additional tested substances. Due to the high number of triggers, this product is categorized as high risk and is not suitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| organic brown rice syrup | Rice | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic rolled oats | Oat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic cane syrup | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy protein isolate | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic roasted soybeans | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| rice flour | Rice | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cane sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| unsweetened chocolate | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa butter | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic soy flour | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic high oleic sunflower oil | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| barley malt extract | Barley | DIRECT_MATCH |
| barley malt extract | Malt | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic cinnamon | Cinnamon | 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
Rice is often used as a "safe" base in elimination diets, but some patients do react to it. Verify with your MRT results before assuming rice is safe for your Phase 1 rotation.
Oat is independently tested on the MRT panel. Found in oatmeal, granola, and many "gluten-free" products that use oat flour. Distinct from wheat sensitivity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cinnamon is tested on the MRT panel. Found in baked goods, cereals, spice blends, and flavored beverages. Contains coumarin, which is also separately tested on the chemical panel.
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
organic brown rice syrup, organic rolled oats, organic cane syrup, soy protein isolate, organic roasted soybeans, rice flour, cane sugar, unsweetened chocolate, cocoa butter, organic soy flour, organic high oleic sunflower oil, barley malt extract, barley malt extract, soy lecithin, soy lecithin, organic cinnamon
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