Whole Foods Market, Inc. — MEATLESS PLANT-BASED MEATBALLS
by Whole Foods Market, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 15 MRT-tested substances, representing a very high trigger density. It includes major reactive categories such as legumes (Soybean, Green Pea), grains (Wheat, Barley, Malt), and numerous botanicals (Onion, Garlic, Sage, Thyme, Nutmeg, Coriander). The inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ and ‘spices’ further complicates the safety profile, as these may contain additional hidden MRT triggers. This product is unsuitable for the elimination or reintroduction phases and should only be considered during Phase 3 maintenance under the guidance of a Certified LEAP Therapist.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| soy protein concentrate | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| expeller pressed canola oil | Canola/Rapeseed | DIRECT_MATCH |
| vital wheat gluten | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soy protein isolate | Soybean | DIRECT_MATCH |
| yeast extract | Yeast (Baker’s) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| onion powder | Onion | DIRECT_MATCH |
| garlic powder | Garlic | DIRECT_MATCH |
| malt extract | Malt | DIRECT_MATCH |
| barley | Barley | DIRECT_MATCH |
| cane sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| potato starch | Potato | DIRECT_MATCH |
| pea protein | Green Pea | DIRECT_MATCH |
| rubbed sage | Sage | DIRECT_MATCH |
| thyme | Thyme | DIRECT_MATCH |
| nutmeg | Nutmeg | DIRECT_MATCH |
| coriander | Coriander/Cilantro | DIRECT_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors, spices
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
Canola oil (derived from rapeseed) is an MRT-tested substance. It is one of the most common cooking oils in processed foods and restaurant cooking. Look for it in fried foods, dressings, and baked goods.
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.
Baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is MRT-tested. Found in bread, rolls, pizza dough, and fermented foods. Also present as yeast extract, a common flavor enhancer in savory products.
Onion is tested as a standalone substance on the MRT panel. It appears in seasonings, soups, sauces, and most savory processed foods. Often hidden as "dehydrated onion" or "onion powder" in spice blends.
Garlic is an MRT-tested substance found in seasoning blends, sauces, and many processed foods. Often listed as "garlic powder," "dehydrated garlic," or hidden in "spices" or "natural flavors."
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.
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.
Green pea is an MRT-tested legume increasingly used as pea protein in plant-based meats, protein powders, and dairy alternatives. Also found in soups and frozen vegetable blends.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 15 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 15 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
soy protein concentrate, expeller pressed canola oil, vital wheat gluten, soy protein isolate, yeast extract, onion powder, garlic powder, malt extract, barley, cane sugar, potato starch, pea protein, rubbed sage, thyme, nutmeg, coriander
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