High Risk

Kraft Heinz Foods Company — CHILE PICANTE CRUNCHY CORN KERNELS, CHILE PICANTE

by Kraft Heinz Foods Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

CornCanola/RapeseedCitric AcidMSGOnionGarlicPaprikaTomatoCeleryFD&C Red #40FD&C Yellow #6Blue #1
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 12 MRT-tested substances, including several chemical additives, synthetic food dyes, and multiple food triggers. The presence of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) and synthetic dyes (Red 40, Yellow 6, and Blue 1) alongside various plant-based powders and oils makes it highly reactive for sensitive patients. Additionally, the inclusion of unknown components within ‘natural flavor’ and ‘spices’ requires further investigation. This product is unsuitable for the elimination and reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
corn Corn DIRECT_MATCH
canola oil Canola/Rapeseed DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
monosodium glutamate MSG CHEMICAL_MATCH
onion powder Onion DIRECT_MATCH
garlic powder Garlic DIRECT_MATCH
paprika Paprika DIRECT_MATCH
tomato powder Tomato DIRECT_MATCH
celery Celery DIRECT_MATCH
red 40 lake FD&C Red #40 CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 6 lake FD&C Yellow #6 CHEMICAL_MATCH
blue 1 lake Blue #1 CHEMICAL_MATCH
maltodextrin Corn DERIVATIVE_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor, spices

This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.

Understanding These Triggers

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Corn

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.

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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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Citric Acid

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.

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MSG

Monosodium glutamate is tested on the MRT chemical additives panel. Found in savory snacks, soups, Asian cuisine, and often hidden as "hydrolyzed protein," "autolyzed yeast," or "natural flavors."

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Onion

Onion is tested as a standalone substance on the MRT panel. It appears in seasonings, soups, sauces, and most savory processed foods. Often hidden as "dehydrated onion" or "onion powder" in spice blends.

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Garlic

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."

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Paprika

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.

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Tomato

Tomato is a nightshade tested on the MRT panel. It appears in ketchup, pasta sauce, pizza, and many prepared foods. Includes all tomato-derived ingredients like tomato paste and powder.

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Celery

Celery is tested on the MRT panel and recognized as a major allergen in Europe. Found in soups, spice blends, and Bloody Mary mixes. Celery seed and celery salt also contain the reactive proteins.

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FD&C Red #40

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.

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FD&C Yellow #6

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.

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Blue #1

Brilliant Blue FCF is a synthetic food dye tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in candy, beverages, ice cream, and some processed foods. Often combined with Yellow #5 to create green coloring.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 12 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 12 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

corn, canola oil, citric acid, monosodium glutamate, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, tomato powder, celery, red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, blue 1 lake, maltodextrin

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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.