Whole Foods Market, Inc. — STRAWBERRY FLAVORED ORGANIC FRUIT & GRAIN BARS, STRAWBERRY
by Whole Foods Market, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product is complex and contains 12 MRT-tested substances, including multiple grains (wheat, oat), sweeteners (cane sugar), and chemical additives (citric acid, glycerin). Due to the high number of potential triggers and the inclusion of ‘natural flavors,’ which may contain hidden reactive substances, this product is excluded from Phase 1 and 2 of the LEAP protocol. It should only be introduced in Phase 3 under the guidance of a Certified LEAP Therapist after individual tolerances for all components have been established.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| organic wheat flour | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic cane sugar | Cane Sugar | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic sunflower oil | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic oat flour | Oat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic wheat bran | Wheat | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic soy lecithin | Lecithin (Soy) | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic soy lecithin | Soybean | DERIVED_MATCH |
| organic strawberry puree | Strawberry | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic apple powder | Apple | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic corn starch | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| organic glycerin | Glycerin/Glycerol | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| red beet juice concentrate | Beet | DIRECT_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: organic natural flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
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.
Sunflower seed and sunflower oil are MRT-tested. Sunflower lecithin is increasingly used as a soy lecithin alternative. Found in chips, cooking oils, and many "allergen-friendly" products.
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 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.
Strawberry is an MRT-tested fruit found in yogurts, ice cream, jams, and flavored beverages. Also appears as "natural strawberry flavor" in many processed foods.
Apple is an MRT-tested fruit that appears in juice blends, baby food, applesauce, pectin-based products, and as a sweetener (apple juice concentrate) in many "natural" foods.
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.
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.
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 12 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 12 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
organic wheat flour, organic cane sugar, organic sunflower oil, organic oat flour, organic wheat bran, organic soy lecithin, organic soy lecithin, organic strawberry puree, organic apple powder, organic corn starch, organic glycerin, citric acid, red beet juice concentrate
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About This Assessment
This safety assessment was generated by cross-referencing the USDA FoodData Central ingredient record for this product against the 176 substances tested on the Mediator Release Test (MRT) panel. Clinical notes are produced with AI assistance using the matched ingredient data and reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP for accuracy against published LEAP ImmunoCalm® protocol guidelines. Risk classifications are based on the number and type of MRT-tested substances identified. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice — always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist before making dietary changes.
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