Kraft Heinz Foods Company — CRYSTAL LIGHT, ICED TEA DRINK MIX, LEMON, LEMON
by Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 9 MRT-tested substances, including several chemical additives and multiple food-based triggers. Significant flags include synthetic dyes (Yellow 5, Red 40, Blue 1), the chemical sweetener Aspartame, and Citric Acid. The presence of corn-derived components (maltodextrin, corn syrup solids) and soy-derived lecithin further complicates its safety profile. Additionally, ‘natural flavor’ is present, which is an unknown variable. Due to the high reactive load, this product is unsuitable for the elimination or reintroduction phases.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| maltodextrin | Corn | DERIVED_MATCH |
| corn syrup solids | Corn | DERIVED_MATCH |
| instant tea | Tea | DIRECT_MATCH |
| aspartame | Aspartame | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy lecithin | Soybean | DERIVED_MATCH |
| yellow 5 lake | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| blue 1 | FD&C Blue #1 | CHEMICAL_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
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.
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.
Tea (Camellia sinensis) is MRT-tested. Covers black, green, white, and oolong teas. Distinct from caffeine sensitivity — you may react to tea proteins but not caffeine, or vice versa.
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.
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.
Tartrazine (Yellow #5) is an azo dye on the MRT chemical panel. Found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. Cross-reactivity with aspirin sensitivity has been documented in clinical literature.
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.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 9 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 9 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, maltodextrin, corn syrup solids, instant tea, aspartame, soy lecithin, soy lecithin, yellow 5 lake, red 40, blue 1
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