General Mills, Inc. — COOKIE BITES, LEMON DROP
by General Mills, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
Analysis of the ingredient list for Cookie Bites, Lemon Drop reveals five MRT-tested substances: Wheat, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow #5, and FD&C Yellow #6. Additionally, the presence of ‘natural flavor’ introduces an unknown variable that may contain additional reactive substances. Due to the high number of reactive triggers and synthetic dyes, this product is classified as High Risk and is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| enriched flour bleached (wheat flour) | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 5 lake | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 6 lake | FD&C Yellow #6 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
A major grain trigger distinct from celiac disease. MRT measures inflammatory mediator release to wheat protein, not IgE-mediated gluten allergy. Found in bread, pasta, and many processed foods.
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.
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.
Tartrazine (Yellow #5) is an azo dye on the MRT chemical panel. Found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. Cross-reactivity with aspirin sensitivity has been documented in clinical literature.
Sunset Yellow FCF is a synthetic azo dye tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in cereals, snack foods, candy, and some medications. Banned in several countries outside the US.
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
enriched flour bleached (wheat flour), sugar, citric acid, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake
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