The Kellogg Company — NATURAL FRUIT FLAVORED MEGA SNAX CEREAL, NATURAL FRUIT
by The Kellogg CompanyMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 9 MRT-tested substances, including multiple cereal grains (Corn, Wheat, Oat), soybean oil, and four distinct synthetic color additives. The presence of ‘sugar’ is evaluated as a potential match for Cane Sugar, a known MRT trigger. Furthermore, the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ and ‘modified food starch’ represents unknown variables that could contain additional reactive components. Given the high trigger count and the presence of multiple chemical additives, this product is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| corn flour blend | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sugar | Cane Sugar | POTENTIAL_MATCH |
| wheat flour | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| whole grain oat flour | Oat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soybean oil | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 5 | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| blue 1 | FD&C Blue #1 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| yellow 6 | FD&C Yellow #6 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor, modified food starch
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
Oat is independently tested on the MRT panel. Found in oatmeal, granola, and many "gluten-free" products that use oat flour. Distinct from wheat sensitivity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 9 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 9 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
corn flour blend, sugar, wheat flour, whole grain oat flour, soybean oil, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, yellow 6
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