The Hershey Company — FILLED TWISTS, STRAWBERRY, LEMONADE
by The Hershey CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 11 MRT-tested substances, including several chemical additives and multiple primary food allergens/triggers. The presence of artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 5), carrageenan, and glycerin significantly increases the chemical burden. Additionally, the inclusion of unknown flavor components requires practitioner guidance for patients in the early phases of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| corn syrup | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| enriched wheat flour | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| modified potato starch | Potato | DIRECT_MATCH |
| glycerin | Glycerin/Glycerol | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| lecithin (soy) | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cornstarch | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| carrageenan | Carrageenan | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 5 | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor, artificial flavor
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 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.
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.
Potato is an MRT-tested substance that also appears as modified food starch, potato starch, and potato flour. One of the nightshade family foods tested on the panel.
Glycerin is a chemical additive tested on the MRT panel. Used as a humectant and sweetener in protein bars, toothpaste, medications, and processed foods. Can be derived from plant or animal fats.
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 seaweed-derived thickener tested on the MRT panel. Found in dairy alternatives, ice cream, deli meats, and protein shakes. Increasingly scrutinized for its inflammatory potential.
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.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 11 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 11 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, enriched wheat flour, citric acid, modified potato starch, glycerin, lecithin (soy), lecithin (soy), cornstarch, carrageenan, red 40, yellow 5
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