Hormel Foods Corporation — CHARCUTERIE PLATE, UNCURED CHORIZO SALAMI, MEDIUM CHEDDAR CHEESE, MILK CHOCOLATE COVERED GRAIN-FREE PRETZELS
by Hormel Foods CorporationMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This multi-component charcuterie product contains 10 distinct MRT-tested substances. The chorizo salami provides Pork, Garlic, and Paprika; the cheddar cheese and milk chocolate both contain Cow’s Milk; the chocolate adds Cocoa, Lecithin (Soy), and Vanillin; and the grain-free pretzels are typically manufactured with a Tapioca base. The presence of ‘spices’ in the meat component further complicates the safety profile.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| chorizo salami (pork base) | Pork | DIRECT_MATCH |
| garlic (chorizo component) | Garlic | DIRECT_MATCH |
| paprika (chorizo component) | Paprika | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cane sugar (chorizo/chocolate component) | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cheddar cheese/milk chocolate | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa (chocolate component) | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin (soy source) | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| vanillin (chocolate flavor) | Coumarin/Vanillin | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| grain-free pretzels (cassava/tapioca) | Tapioca | DIRECT_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: spices (in chorizo)
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
Pork is tested as an individual protein on the MRT panel. Includes all pork-derived products such as bacon, ham, sausage, gelatin (often pork-derived), and lard.
Garlic is an MRT-tested substance found in seasoning blends, sauces, and many processed foods. Often listed as "garlic powder," "dehydrated garlic," or hidden in "spices" or "natural flavors."
Paprika is a dried Capsicum spice tested on the MRT panel. Used heavily in seasoning blends, sausages, cheese coatings, and snack foods. Often listed generically as "spices" on ingredient labels.
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.
One of the most commonly reactive substances on the MRT panel. Found in dairy products and many processed foods as whey, casein, or milk solids. Cross-reactive with goat and sheep milk in some patients.
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.
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.
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.
A chemical compound found in cinnamon, vanilla, and many artificial flavorings. Tested on the MRT chemical additives panel. Often hidden under "natural flavors" or "artificial flavoring" on labels.
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.
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
chorizo salami (pork base), garlic (chorizo component), paprika (chorizo component), cane sugar (chorizo/chocolate component), cheddar cheese/milk chocolate, cocoa (chocolate component), soy lecithin, soy lecithin (soy source), vanillin (chocolate flavor), grain-free pretzels (cassava/tapioca)
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