High Risk

Frito-Lay Company — SALTED CARAMEL FLAVORED SUNFLOWER SEEDS, SALTED CARAMEL

by Frito-Lay Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

SunflowerCane SugarCornCocoa
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product assessment identifies 4 MRT-tested substances: Sunflower, Cane Sugar, Corn (derived from maltodextrin), and Cocoa. The inclusion of ‘natural and artificial flavors’ presents additional risk as these components may contain undisclosed tested substances such as Vanillin or chemical additives. Due to the high trigger count and the presence of unknown variables, this product is classified as High Risk and is unsuitable for the early stages of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
sunflower seeds Sunflower DIRECT_MATCH
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
maltodextrin Corn DIRECT_MATCH
cocoa powder Cocoa DIRECT_MATCH
brown sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_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

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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.

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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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Cocoa

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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 4 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 4 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

sunflower seeds, sugar, maltodextrin, cocoa powder, brown sugar

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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.