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The Hershey Company — PEANUT BUTTER CANDY IN A CRUNCHY SHELL

by The Hershey Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Cane SugarPeanutSoybeanCornLecithin (Soy)FD&C Yellow #5FD&C Red #40FD&C Yellow #6Blue #1Coumarin/VanillinCow's Milk
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 11 distinct MRT-tested substances, making it highly reactive for individuals on the LEAP protocol. It contains multiple food dyes (Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 1), major allergens (Peanut, Soybean, Milk), and multiple derivatives of Corn. The presence of ‘artificial flavor’ also introduces unknown variables. This product is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the ImmunoCalm dietary protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
partially defatted peanuts Peanut DIRECT_MATCH
soybean oil Soybean DIRECT_MATCH
corn syrup solids Corn DIRECT_MATCH
dextrose Corn DIRECT_MATCH
corn syrup Corn DIRECT_MATCH
modified cornstarch Corn DIRECT_MATCH
lecithin (soy) Lecithin (Soy) DIRECT_MATCH
yellow 5 lake FD&C Yellow #5 CHEMICAL_MATCH
red 40 lake FD&C Red #40 CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 6 lake FD&C Yellow #6 CHEMICAL_MATCH
blue 1 lake Blue #1 CHEMICAL_MATCH
vanillin Coumarin/Vanillin CHEMICAL_MATCH
milk Cow’s Milk DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: artificial flavor, confectioner’s glaze, carnauba wax

This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.

Understanding These Triggers

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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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Peanut

Peanut is a legume (not a tree nut) tested on the MRT panel. Peanut oil, peanut butter, and peanut flour are all included. Distinct from IgE peanut allergy testing.

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Soybean

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.

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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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Lecithin (Soy)

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.

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FD&C Yellow #5

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.

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FD&C Red #40

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.

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FD&C Yellow #6

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.

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Blue #1

Brilliant Blue FCF is a synthetic food dye tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in candy, beverages, ice cream, and some processed foods. Often combined with Yellow #5 to create green coloring.

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Coumarin/Vanillin

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.

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Cow's Milk

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.

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, partially defatted peanuts, soybean oil, corn syrup solids, dextrose, corn syrup, modified cornstarch, lecithin (soy), yellow 5 lake, red 40 lake, yellow 6 lake, blue 1 lake, vanillin, milk

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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.