McCormick & Company, Inc. — CLASSIC CRAB CAKE MIX, CLASSIC CRAB CAKE
by McCormick & Company, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 18 MRT-tested substances, including multiple high-priority allergens and chemical-adjacent components. Significant triggers include wheat, soy (oil and flour), corn, dairy (whey), and eggs. The spice blend is particularly dense with tested ingredients such as mustard, chili pepper, and celery. Given the high trigger count and the presence of ‘spices,’ this product is not suitable for early LEAP phases.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| enriched wheat flour | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| corn syrup | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soybean oil | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| canola oil | Canola/Rapeseed | DIRECT_MATCH |
| yeast | Yeast (Baker’s) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whey | Whey | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whey | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy flour | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whole egg | Egg White | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whole egg | Egg Yolk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| mustard | Mustard | DIRECT_MATCH |
| red pepper | Chili Pepper | DIRECT_MATCH |
| celery seed | Celery | DIRECT_MATCH |
| black pepper | Black Pepper | DIRECT_MATCH |
| bay leaves | Bay Leaf | DIRECT_MATCH |
| paprika | Paprika | DIRECT_MATCH |
| garlic | Garlic | DIRECT_MATCH |
| onion | Onion | DIRECT_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: spices, vegetable oil
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
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.
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.
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.
Canola oil (derived from rapeseed) is an MRT-tested substance. It is one of the most common cooking oils in processed foods and restaurant cooking. Look for it in fried foods, dressings, and baked goods.
Baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is MRT-tested. Found in bread, rolls, pizza dough, and fermented foods. Also present as yeast extract, a common flavor enhancer in savory products.
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.
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.
Egg white protein (albumin) is a common MRT trigger. It appears in baked goods, mayonnaise, and many processed foods. Egg yolk is tested separately on the MRT panel.
Egg yolk is tested independently from egg white on the MRT panel. Some patients react to one but not the other. Common in baked goods, sauces, and enriched pastas.
Mustard is tested on the MRT panel and recognized as a major allergen in the EU. Found in condiments, dressings, marinades, and often hidden in spice blends and processed meats.
Chili pepper (Capsicum) is tested on the MRT panel. It appears in hot sauces, spice blends, seasoned meats, and many Mexican, Asian, and Indian-cuisine-inspired processed foods.
Celery is tested on the MRT panel and recognized as a major allergen in Europe. Found in soups, spice blends, and Bloody Mary mixes. Celery seed and celery salt also contain the reactive proteins.
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is tested on the MRT panel. One of the most ubiquitous spices worldwide — found in virtually every seasoned or prepared food. Often hidden under "spices" on labels.
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.
Garlic is an MRT-tested substance found in seasoning blends, sauces, and many processed foods. Often listed as "garlic powder," "dehydrated garlic," or hidden in "spices" or "natural flavors."
Onion is tested as a standalone substance on the MRT panel. It appears in seasonings, soups, sauces, and most savory processed foods. Often hidden as "dehydrated onion" or "onion powder" in spice blends.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 18 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 18 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
enriched wheat flour, corn syrup, sugar, soybean oil, canola oil, yeast, whey, whey, soy flour, whole egg, whole egg, mustard, red pepper, celery seed, black pepper, bay leaves, paprika, garlic, onion
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