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General Mills, Inc. — NATURE VALLEY, CRUNCHY GRANOLA BARS, MAPLE BROWN SUGAR, MAPLE BROWN SUGAR

by General Mills, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

OatCane SugarCanola/RapeseedRiceMaple SugarLecithin (Soy)Soybean
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 7 MRT-tested substances, including multiple grains (Oat, Rice), sweeteners (Cane Sugar, Maple Sugar), and soy-derived components (Lecithin and Soybean). The presence of ‘natural flavor’ further complicates the safety profile as it may contain additional hidden triggers. Due to the high number of reactive substances, this product is unsuitable for the elimination phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
whole grain oats Oat DIRECT_MATCH
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
canola oil Canola/Rapeseed DIRECT_MATCH
rice flour Rice DIRECT_MATCH
brown sugar syrup Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
maple syrup Maple Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
soy lecithin Lecithin (Soy) CHEMICAL_MATCH
soy lecithin Soybean DIRECT_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

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Oat

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.

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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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Canola/Rapeseed

Canola oil (derived from rapeseed) is an MRT-tested substance. It is one of the most common cooking oils in processed foods and restaurant cooking. Look for it in fried foods, dressings, and baked goods.

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Rice

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.

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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 7 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 7 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

whole grain oats, sugar, canola oil, rice flour, brown sugar syrup, maple syrup, soy lecithin, soy lecithin

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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.