High Risk

The J.M. Smucker Company — DARK CHOCOLATE TOPPING, DARK CHOCOLATE

by The J.M. Smucker Company

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Cane SugarCocoaCornCitric Acid
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 4 MRT-tested substances: Cane Sugar, Cocoa, Corn (via corn syrup and corn starch), and Citric Acid. The presence of multiple triggers, including both whole foods and chemical additives, classifies this product as high risk for patients in the early stages of the LEAP protocol. Furthermore, the inclusion of ‘natural flavor’ represents an unknown variable that could contain additional hidden triggers such as vanillin or other proprietary extracts. This product is not suitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the ImmunoCalm protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
sugar Cane Sugar DIRECT_MATCH
cocoa processed with alkali Cocoa DIRECT_MATCH
corn syrup Corn DIRECT_MATCH
corn starch Corn DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor

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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Cocoa

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.

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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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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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 4 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 4 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, cocoa processed with alkali, corn syrup, corn starch, citric acid

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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.