Moderate Risk

Kraft Heinz Foods Company — ROMANO SHREDDED CHEESE, ROMANO

by Kraft Heinz Foods Company
Source: USDA FoodData Central | Mapped: 176 MRT Panel Substances | Reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Cow's MilkTyramine
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 2 — Reintroduction

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains Cow’s Milk, a primary MRT food trigger. Additionally, as an aged cheese, Romano is a concentrated source of Tyramine, which is one of the 27 chemical substances tested on the MRT 176 panel. The inclusion of cheese cultures and enzymes requires clinical caution as their specific growth mediums are not disclosed.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
romano cheese (cow’s milk) Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH
romano cheese (aged) Tyramine CHEMICAL_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: cheese culture, enzymes

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

Understanding These Triggers

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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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 2 identified triggers, this product falls into the moderate risk category. It may be suitable for Phase 2 reintroduction under practitioner guidance, depending on your individual MRT results.

If the specific triggers identified in this product scored Green on your personal MRT panel, your CLT may approve it for controlled reintroduction. If they scored Yellow or Red, this product should be avoided until cleared.

Full Ingredient List

romano cheese (cow's milk), romano cheese (aged)

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About This Assessment

This safety assessment was generated by cross-referencing the USDA FoodData Central ingredient record for this product against the 176 substances tested on the Mediator Release Test (MRT) panel. Clinical notes are produced with AI assistance using the matched ingredient data and reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP for accuracy against published LEAP ImmunoCalm® protocol guidelines. Risk classifications are based on the number and type of MRT-tested substances identified. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice — always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist before making dietary changes.

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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.