KIND Inc. — CARAMEL ALMOND & SEA SALT THINS BARS, CARAMEL ALMOND & SEA SALT
by KIND Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 10 substances identified on the MRT 176 panel. It includes multiple whole foods (Almond, Honey, Rice, Cocoa, Cow’s Milk, Carob) and refined derivatives (Cane Sugar, Corn via glucose syrup, and Soy Lecithin). The inclusion of ‘natural flavor’ adds further unknown potential for reactive substances. Due to the high trigger count, this product is unsuitable for the elimination and reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| almonds | Almond | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| honey | Honey | DIRECT_MATCH |
| glucose syrup | Corn | HIDDEN_SOURCE |
| rice flour | Rice | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cocoa powder | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| milk powder | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| carob bean gum | Carob | 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
Tree nut tested individually on the MRT panel. Almond flour and almond milk are common substitutes in elimination diets — verify your personal MRT results before using.
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.
Honey is tested as a distinct substance on the MRT panel. It contains proteins that can trigger mediator release independently of its sugar content. Found in many "natural" sweetened products.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carob is an MRT-tested legume often used as a chocolate substitute. Found in health foods, carob chips, and as locust bean gum (a common thickener) in ice cream and baked goods.
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
almonds, sugar, honey, glucose syrup, rice flour, cocoa powder, soy lecithin, soy lecithin, milk powder, carob bean gum
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