Kraft Heinz Foods Company — CHERRY ZERO CALORIE DRINK MIX, CHERRY
by Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 4 MRT-tested substances. Citric acid, aspartame, and FD&C Red #40 (listed as red 40) are direct matches to the chemical panel. Maltodextrin is a common derivative of corn, which is a tested food on the panel. Additionally, the product contains ‘artificial flavor’ and ‘artificial color’, which are classified as unknown variables that may contain additional hidden triggers. Due to the high number of triggers and chemical additives, this product is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol. This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| aspartame | Aspartame | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| maltodextrin | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: artificial flavor, artificial color
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
An artificial sweetener tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and "light" yogurts. Some patients show significant mediator release to aspartame.
Allura Red AC is the most widely used food dye and one of the most reactive chemical additives on the MRT panel. Found in candy, beverages, cereals, snack foods, and even some medications.
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.
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
citric acid, aspartame, red 40, maltodextrin
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