High Risk

Kraft Heinz Foods Company — MACARONI & CHEESE MICROWAVEABLE DINNER

by Kraft Heinz Foods Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

WheatWheyCornCow's MilkCitric AcidMSGFD&C Yellow #5FD&C Yellow #6Tapioca
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 9 MRT-tested substances, including major food allergens, starch derivatives, and multiple chemical additives. The combination of grains (Wheat, Corn), dairy (Whey, Cow’s Milk), and reactive chemicals (MSG, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Citric Acid) makes this product highly reactive for sensitive patients. Additionally, the presence of unknown flavorings requires further investigation.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
wheat flour Wheat DIRECT_MATCH
whey Whey DIRECT_MATCH
corn syrup solids Corn DIRECT_MATCH
milkfat Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
monosodium glutamate MSG CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 5 FD&C Yellow #5 CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 6 FD&C Yellow #6 CHEMICAL_MATCH
modified tapioca starch Tapioca DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

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

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

Understanding These Triggers

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Wheat

A major grain trigger distinct from celiac disease. MRT measures inflammatory mediator release to wheat protein, not IgE-mediated gluten allergy. Found in bread, pasta, and many processed foods.

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Whey

Whey is a dairy-derived protein tested separately from whole cow's milk on the MRT panel. Found in protein powders, baked goods, processed cheese, and many sports nutrition products.

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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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Cow's Milk

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.

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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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FD&C Yellow #5

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.

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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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Tapioca

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 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

wheat flour, whey, corn syrup solids, milkfat, citric acid, monosodium glutamate, yellow 5, yellow 6, modified tapioca starch

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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.