Mars, Inc. — LOVE MIX WHITE GRAPE, STRAWBERRY, WATERMELON, YUMBERRY, CHERRY BITE SIZE CANDIES, LOVE MIX
by Mars, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 9 MRT-tested substances, including multiple synthetic food dyes (FD&C Red #40, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Blue #1, Blue #2), Citric Acid, and primary food triggers including Cane Sugar, Corn, and Tapioca. The ‘natural flavors’ component represents an unknown variable that could contain additional reactive substances such as the fruits mentioned in the flavor profile (Grape, Strawberry, Watermelon, Cherry). Due to the high count of chemical and food triggers, this product is categorized as high risk for patients on the ImmunoCalm protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| corn syrup | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| tapioca dextrin | Tapioca | DIRECT_MATCH |
| modified corn starch | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 5 | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 6 | FD&C Yellow #6 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| blue 1 | FD&C Blue #1 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| blue 2 | FD&C Blue #2 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| sodium citrate | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors, artificial flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
Cane sugar sensitivity is specific to sugarcane-derived sweeteners and is distinct from glucose intolerance. Look for it in ingredient lists as sucrose, cane juice, or turbinado sugar.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
sugar, corn syrup, citric acid, tapioca dextrin, modified corn starch, red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1, blue 2, sodium citrate
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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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