LEAP MRT Test
Take the guesswork out of your elimination diet.
What is the LEAP MRT Test?
The MRT (Mediator Release Test) is a simple blood test that tells you exactly which foods in your diet are causing inflammation (you know…the underlying cause of those frustrating and otherwise unexplainable symptoms you’ve been having).
What’s included with testing:
- One LEAP MRT blood testing kit
- Test results plus a booklet to help guide you through your new diet
- Ordering and shipping
- Assistance with finding the right lab
- Support throughout the testing process
- Shipping and processing of test results
- A one-hour report of findings session with one of our registered dietitians
- Personalized diet + supplement recommendations
- Enrollment in our food as medicine program
LEAP MRT Blood testing kit + test results
Support during the testing process
Access to our best resources to ensure your success
What conditions does LEAP MRT help with?
LEAP MRT helps identify foods and chemicals that cause inflammation. The following conditions can have inflammatory components and may show improvement with LEAP MRT Testing.
GERD
Hormonal imbalances
Muscle pain
Hives
Sinusitis
Eczema
IBS and IBD
Fatigue
Joint pain
Unexplainable rashes
Insomnia
ADD
You’re in the right place if you…
- Have tried other elimination diets, but you’re still stuck eating only a handful of foods.
- Are tired of guessing and ready for support and guidance on your elimination diet.
- Suspect food plays a role in your symptoms, but you’re having difficulty determining which foods are problematic.
- Have been diagnosed with an autoimmune or inflammatory condition and can’t seem to find relief from your symptoms.
- Are willing to give up any food (and alcohol) for at least two weeks.
What our clients are saying…
“I had chronic digestive problems forever. Going to a Gastroenterologist did nothing but put me through two surgeries and put me out $5,000.
I came here, took one non-invasive sensitivity test, and found out that things I had been eating since I was a kid were actually poisoning me – things I otherwise thought were healthy like certain meats, vegetables, and even eggs! But these foods were just unhealthy for me personally, not for anyone else – and I never would have known this if I hadn’t done their personalized testing.
I would have been sick forever if not for {formerly} BFAN. Don’t go on some one-size-fits-all diet with a trendy name to fix your health – see these guys and let them help you choose what’s healthy for YOU.”
Gene M. – former LEAP client
How is LEAP MRT different than other food sensitivity tests?
- The LEAP MRT Test is the most accurate form of testing available for non-IgE-mediated food sensitivities.
- Its sensitivity is 94%, and its specificity is 91% – meaning you can feel good about trusting the test results.
- As the name implies, it measures mediator release (mediators cause inflammation and are responsible for producing food sensitivity symptoms).
- Food sensitivities can occur without triggering antibodies (IgG, IgA, or IgM) and directly trigger white blood cells. In other words, MRT can pick up reactions that other food sensitivity tests don’t.
- The MRT chemical panel tests for chemicals added to foods and naturally occurring in foods.
- This gives you “insider information” you wouldn’t otherwise have into foods that may cause problems but aren’t necessarily reactive on your test panel.
If past attempts at elimination diets have made you question your sanity…
Sure, you may start feeling better, but have you correctly identified all the foods causing your symptoms? Do you feel better but still not your best even though you’re only eating like five different foods?!?
Or maybe you saw another healthcare practitioner, and they tested you for sensitivities and allergies….but all you left the appointment with was a piece of paper telling you what foods to avoid.
How frustrating and stressful! What are you supposed to eat!?
And then there’s the social aspect…do you really want to try to explain to your friends that you don’t think you can eat the kale salad they’re serving because you’re convinced (well, you’re pretty sure you’ve finally pinpointed the fact that)…KALE is causing your migraines!
Or wait…maybe it was something in the dressing on the kale salad you ate last week that caused your migraine…
It’s time to get support and guidance from experts that care (and don’t think you’re crazy).
Here’s why we love LEAP MRT
- Our typical LEAP MRT client feels 50% better in just two weeks!
- The MRT test looks at both foods + chemicals.
- We work with you to LIBERALIZE your diet as much as possible! Say goodbye to the days of eating five foods that you “think make you feel okay…maybe,” and get with us!
- We focus on what you CAN eat.
- And perhaps, most importantly, the LEAP MRT Test is the most accurate form of testing available for non-IgE mediated food sensitivities.
Why work with a registered dietitian?
With the LEAP MRT test, you’ll learn exactly what foods + chemicals in your diet are causing inflammation by completing a simple blood test.
In theory, interpreting the test results sounds pretty straightforward….but there are several nuances to correct interpretation.
We not only clean up the diet, but sometimes sensitivities to certain things can mean we need to look at ingredients in other things – including medications, supplements, and even skincare products!
Your dedicated dietitian will work with you to help you implement the dietary protocol correctly and provide whatever support and encouragement you need along the way.
Our proven protocol
While there are exceptions…we usually start this protocol by having you eat your least reactive foods for two weeks {we’ve crunched numbers with our client data, and typically, they feel 50% better…sometimes even more after just two weeks on this diet}, then we build back your diet using foods that won’t cause a problem based on your test results.
You get to add one new food daily, monitoring for any reactions as you keep a food and symptom diary.
As dietitians and true foodies, we’re great at getting creative with limited ingredients. Plus, we’ve been doing this test for years, so we’ve worked with literally hundreds of test results and are familiar with the foods and possibilities that can come with them.
For example….if you can have rice, not only can you eat rice, but you can have rice noodles, rice cakes, rice milk, rice paper, and rice puffs (which can be used to make energy protein bites, by the way).
Because the LEAP MRT Test is the most accurate form of testing available for non-IgE-mediated food sensitivities, these reliable test results take the guesswork out of which foods or chemicals may be causing your symptoms and allow us to help you feel better faster.
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Sample LEAP MRT Test Results
Below is a sample client’s LEAP MRT Test results – click to enlarge the sample report.
- Remember, your test results will be based on your bloodwork, so your test results will differ.
- Your dedicated dietitian will walk you through your unique report and create your personalized meal plan.
- It takes 6-8 weeks to get through the full protocol that is recommended when you complete LEAP MRT testing. As you progress through the protocol, more and more foods are added – the goal is to liberalize your diet as much as possible!
What foods and chemicals are tested on the LEAP MRT food sensitivity test?
Below is an alphabetized list of foods and chemicals tested on the LEAP MRT food sensitivity test.
| Almond | Clam | Leek | Red kidney bean | Chemicals: |
| Amaranth | Cocoa | Lemon | Rice | Acetaminophen |
| American cheese | Coconut | Lentil | Rooibos tea | Aspartame |
| Apple | Codfish | Lettuce | Rosemary | Benzoic acid |
| Apricot | Coffee | Lima bean | Rye | Caffeine |
| Asparagus | Collagen (Beef) | Lime | Sage | Candida albicans |
| Avocado | Coriander seed | Mango | Salmon | Capsaicin |
| Banana | Corn | Maple syrup | Scallion | FD&C Blue #1 |
| Barley | Cottage cheese | Millet | Scallop | FD&C Blue #2 |
| Basil | Cow’s milk | Mung bean | Sesame seed | FD&C Green #3 |
| Beef | Crab | Mushroom | Shrimp | FD&C Red #3 |
| Beet | Cranberry | Mustard (seed) | Sole | FD&C Red #4 |
| Bell pepper | Cucumber | Navy bean | Soybean | FD&C Red #40 |
| Black bean | Cumin | Nutmeg | Spelt | FD&C Yellow #5 |
| Black pepper | Date | Oat | Spinach | FD&C Yellow #6 |
| Blueberry | Dill | Olive | Strawberry | Fructose (HFCS) |
| Bok choy | Egg white | Onion | Sunflower seed | Ibuprofen |
| Broccoli | Egg yolk | Orange | Sweet potato | Lecithin (soy) |
| Brussels sprouts | Eggplant | Oregano | Tamarind | MSG |
| Buckwheat | Flax seed | Papaya | Tapioca | Phenylethylamine |
| Butternut squash | Garbanzo bean | Paprika | Tea | Polysorbate 80 |
| Cabbage | Garlic | Parsley | Tilapia | Potassium nitrate |
| Cane sugar | Ginger | Peach | Tomato | Potassium nitrite |
| Cantaloupe | Goat’s milk | Peanut | Tuna | Saccharin |
| Cardamom | Grape | Pear | Turkey | Salicylic acid |
| Carob | Grapefruit | Pecan | Turmeric | Sodium metabisulfite |
| Carrot | Green bean | Peppermint | Vanilla | Sodium sulfite |
| Cashew | Green pea | Pineapple | Venison | Solanine |
| Catfish | Halibut | Pinto bean | Walnut | Sorbic acid |
| Cauliflower | Hazelnut | Pistachio | Watermelon | Tyramine |
| Cayenne pepper | Honey | Plum | Wheat | |
| Celery | Honeydew | Pork | Whey | |
| Chard | Hops | Pumpkin (flesh) | White potato | |
| Cheddar cheese | Jalapeño | Quinoa | Yeast-bakers/brewers | |
| Cherry | Kale | Radish | Yogurt | |
| Chicken | Kamut | Rainbow trout | Zucchini | |
| Cinnamon | Lamb | Raspberry |
LEAP MRT FAQs
Is LEAP MRT right for you?
Who is LEAP MRT for?
- Health-conscious individuals who are looking to solve health issues using a food-first approach.
- People who have had allergy testing done but still feel food plays a role in their symptoms.
- Anyone with an autoimmune disease.
- People with conditions listed as syndromes or inflammatory diseases (anything ending in ‘itis’) with no found cure in conventional medicine.
Who is LEAP MRT not for?
- People who don’t have control over how their food is made – for example, if you travel for work or vacation frequently
- Anyone who can’t give up their favorite foods (and drinks) for at least two weeks.
- People who don’t have time to grocery shop and prepare food.
- Anyone not willing to make significant dietary changes.
Additional resources for learning more about LEAP MRT Testing
- Click here for case studies on our previous LEAP MRT clients.
- Check out this short video to learn more about the blood test.
- Food sensitivity testing – which is best?
- Help, I don’t know what to eat – The elimination diet guide
Our heartfelt guarantee
Because everyone’s body and story are different, we can never guarantee outcomes.
What we can do is promise to do our best to help you get to the root cause of your health issues.
Here’s how we uphold our promise:
- We meet as a team each week to review hard-to-solve cases to ensure each and every one of our client’s progress.
- Our job as dietitians is to provide recommendations and guidance; your outcomes will be a result of your own work.
- We promise to provide you with support, accountability, and as much hand-holding as you need during your time with us.
- We also recognize the importance of our professional network of trusted practitioners. If we can’t solve your problem on our own, we will coordinate your care by working alongside one of our referral partners. This allows everyone to work in their scope of practice and provides a multifaced approach to solving health problems – which can make a world of difference.
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What’s included with the test
A one-hour report of findings with one of our registered dietitians
A customized elimination diet based on your test results
Access to all of our best resources for the support and encouragement you need to be successful
How to get started + what to expect
We recommend scheduling a free 15-minute call with one of our registered dietitians to ensure the LEAP MRT Program is the right fit for you.
- During your call, if you want to get started right away, we can invoice you for the test and ship the blood testing kit to your home (but you can also opt to schedule a 90-minute first appointment for a more thorough workup before committing).
- Your test results should be available two weeks after completing your blood draw.
- Once your results are in, you’ll meet with your dedicated dietitian, who will walk you through your test results and get you started on the first phase of your new diet.
- We typically break the MRT dietary protocol into three phases that last about two weeks each. So you can expect 6-8 weeks of intense diet work, and then the goal is to liberalize the diet as much as possible.
More details on what’s included…
- A one-hour report of findings with one of our registered dietitians
- One MRT food sensitivity test – a sample report and a complete list of foods and chemicals tested can be found by clicking here.
- Insight as to which foods in your diet are causing problems {spoiler alert: they may be the ones you least suspect, and you likely eat them every day!}.
- Personalized recipe and meal ideas so you’ll know what to eat and make it through the stricter phases of your new diet…without being overwhelmed or hungry.
- A food sensitivity guidebook with additional information on LEAP MRT foods, chemicals, and tips for navigating dietary changes
- Access to our top resources for all things LEAP MRT and elimination diets
- An invitation to our Facebook group for support and encouragement along the way.
- Lab processing and shipping, and handling. Blood draws are not included in our pricing and typically cost $50.00.
- We’re also happy to communicate and send progress notes to other members of your healthcare team if desired.
Are you ready for support and guidance with your elimination diet?
Schedule your 15 Minute Complimentary call to get started today!
Prefer the phone? Call or text 678-424-6520