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Kraft Heinz Foods Company — ORIGINAL MACARONI & CHEESE TOPPING, ORIGINAL

by Kraft Heinz Foods Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

WheyCow's MilkCitric AcidPaprikaCapsaicinTurmeric
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 6 MRT-tested substances. It contains dairy-derived components including Whey and Cow’s Milk (found in milkfat, milk protein isolate, and cheese cultures). It also contains the chemical additive Citric Acid and botanical triggers Paprika and Turmeric. Notably, Paprika is a direct source of Capsaicin, which is also a tested chemical on the MRT panel. This high number of triggers makes the product unsuitable for the elimination or reintroduction phases.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
whey Whey DIRECT_MATCH
milkfat Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
milk protein isolate Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
paprika Paprika DIRECT_MATCH
paprika Capsaicin CHEMICAL_MATCH
turmeric Turmeric DIRECT_MATCH
cheese culture Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH

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

Understanding These Triggers

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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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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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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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Turmeric

Turmeric is an MRT-tested spice increasingly popular in health products. Found in curry blends, mustard, golden milk, and as a natural food coloring. Contains curcumin.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 6 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 6 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

whey, milkfat, milk protein isolate, citric acid, paprika, paprika, turmeric, cheese culture

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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.