High Risk

Newman’s Own, Inc. — SOUR CHERRY FLAVORED LICORICE BITES

by Newman's Own, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

WheatCane SugarCornTapiocaCherryCitric AcidSunflower
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 7 unique MRT-tested substances, including several grains, caloric sweeteners, and the chemical additive Citric Acid. The presence of ‘natural flavors’ introduces additional unknown variables that cannot be verified against the MRT 176 panel. Given the high quantity of triggers, this product is contraindicated for the Elimination and Reintroduction phases (Phases 1 and 2) and should only be consumed under the guidance of a Certified LEAP Therapist during maintenance.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
organic wheat flour Wheat DIRECT_MATCH
organic cane sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
organic molasses Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
organic corn syrup Corn DIRECT_MATCH
organic tapioca syrup Tapioca DIRECT_MATCH
organic cherry juice concentrate Cherry DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
organic sunflower oil Sunflower DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors

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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Cane Sugar

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.

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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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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.

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Cherry

Cherry is an MRT-tested fruit found in juices, preserves, baked goods, and cherry flavoring. Maraschino cherries contain additional chemical additives that may also be reactive.

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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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Sunflower

Sunflower seed and sunflower oil are MRT-tested. Sunflower lecithin is increasingly used as a soy lecithin alternative. Found in chips, cooking oils, and many "allergen-friendly" products.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 7 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 7 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

organic wheat flour, organic cane sugar, organic molasses, organic corn syrup, organic tapioca syrup, organic cherry juice concentrate, citric acid, organic sunflower oil

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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.