The Hershey Company — CHOCOLATE CANDY COVERED PEPPERMINT ZERO SUGAR PATTIES, CHOCOLATE CANDY COVERED PEPPERMINT
by The Hershey CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 8 MRT-tested substances, including food matches (Cocoa, Cow’s Milk, Mint/Menthol) and chemical matches (Lecithin (Soy), Coumarin/Vanillin). It also contains several ingredients derived from Corn (Maltitol, Maltodextrin, Sorbitol, Erythritol) and Beet (Isomalt), both of which are tested foods on the MRT 176 panel. The inclusion of ‘Artificial Flavor’ further complicates the safety profile as it may contain additional hidden triggers. Due to the high trigger count, this product is categorized as high risk and requires practitioner guidance for patients past the initial elimination phases.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| cocoa processed with alkali | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Soybean | DERIVED_MATCH |
| peppermint oil | Mint/Menthol | DIRECT_MATCH |
| vanillin | Coumarin/Vanillin | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| milk fat | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| maltitol | Corn | HIDDEN_SOURCE |
| maltodextrin | Corn | HIDDEN_SOURCE |
| sorbitol | Corn | HIDDEN_SOURCE |
| isomalt | Beet | HIDDEN_SOURCE |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: artificial flavor
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is tested as a standalone substance. Reactivity to cocoa affects all chocolate-containing products. Distinct from dairy or sugar reactions that often co-occur in chocolate.
Soy lecithin is one of the most ubiquitous food additives, used as an emulsifier in chocolate, baked goods, and margarine. Even small amounts can trigger mediator release in sensitive patients.
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.
A chemical compound found in cinnamon, vanilla, and many artificial flavorings. Tested on the MRT chemical additives panel. Often hidden under "natural flavors" or "artificial flavoring" on labels.
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.
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.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 8 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 8 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
cocoa processed with alkali, lecithin (soy), lecithin (soy), peppermint oil, vanillin, milk fat, maltitol, maltodextrin, sorbitol, isomalt
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