"How will I view my test results?"

You will receive a report with your test results. Here's an example of the first page of a report:

What is the LEAP Guidebook?

You will receive a comprehensive guidebook that will explain how to get started. It includes dietary tips, and symptoms tracker sheets.  As your health coach, I will go over everything with you, and provide you with specific menu suggestions and recipes to make sure you have a clear plan to follow. 

How are appoinmtents offered?

From the comfort of your own home, MRT Food Sensitivity coaching appointments with Christine are easily accessible by phone from anywhere in the United States. If you reside in New York State, restrictions apply. Schedule a free clarity call appointment by clicking the green button below, and we can discuss options. 

More Frequently Asked Questions

What is MRT food sensitivity testing?

Mediator Release Test (MRT) food sensitivity testing is a specific blood test used to identify which sensitivities may be causing symptoms. Once these foods and chemicals are identified, you can make dietary changes with the guidance of a dietician or Certified Health Coach who is a LEAP practitioner. 

What is LEAP?

As a solution to food sensitivities, LEAP is an effective anti-inflammatory eating plan.  LEAP (Lifestyle Eating and Performance) ImmunoCalm Dietary Program is a program similar to an elimination diet. It’s created from a selection of less reactive foods based on your MRT test results. Your personalized diet is outlined in a comprehensive guidebook that accompanies test results. LEAP was created by a team of dieticians, physicians and immunologists to help resolve health issues linked to food sensitivities. 

Is a food sensitivity the same as an allergy?

No. With a true food allergy, even small amounts of an offending food can trigger immediate symptoms such as hives, rashes or severe and life-threatening symptoms like anaphylaxis. Common food allergens here in the U.S. include tree nuts, peanuts, soy, wheat, milk, eggs, fish and shellfish. Whereas a food sensitivity or intolerance causes less serious symptoms. A food sensitivity refers to difficulty digesting certain foods or food chemicals. Food sensitivities cause more subtle symptoms, but do impact many organs in the body over time. Food sensitivities can be caused by impaired gut health, enzyme deficiencies, genetics, problems processing certain food chemicals and sensitivities to food additives. 

How valid is MRT food sensitivity test?

An MRT test assesses your white blood cells' response to possible food allergens and chemicals. This helps to determine which foods are creating an immune  system reaction causing symptoms. The patented MRT test utilizes cutting edge technology to discover hidden inflammatory responses to foods and food chemicals. 

Is the MRT test accurate?

The MRT test is the most accurate way to identify food sensitivities. It is a blood test which measures your body's inflammatory reaction to 176 foods and food chemicals. This test measures the release of leukotrienes, prostaglandins, cytokines and histamine from lymphocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils and monocytes. 

Does insurance cover MRT testing?

No, at this time insurance companies do not cover MRT food sensitivity testing.

Transformation doesn’t happen overnight…

But it does happen.

Let’s work together!

Are you ready to begin healing and enjoy life again? Contact me for a FREE 15 minute phone consultation.

In this brief pre-qualification call you’ll find out if MRT food sensitivity testing and the LEAP program are right for you. Christine can help you learn more about food sensitivity testing and answer any questions you have.

Apply for MRT/LEAP Testing & Consultation HERE

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Science Publications Peer Reviewed Manuscripts

Science Publications Peer Reviewed Manuscripts

1. Zarini GG, McLean MA, Delgado SI. Is Personalized Dietary Therapy Effective for Individuals With Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Am J Lifestyle Med. 2022 Jul 6;17(2):317-325. doi: 10.1177/15598276221112309. PMID: 36896039; PMCID: PMC9989498. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36896039/
2. Zarini GG, Masters J, McLean MA, Strobel CT. Clinical and Anthropometric Improvements with a Tailored Dietary Approach in Pediatric Crohn’s Disease. Altern Ther Health Med. 2021 Mar 13:AT6717. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33711815/
3. Adamczak, DM. The Clinical Use of Mediator Release Test in Food Sensitivities. Journal of Food Science and Engineering, 1 (2018) 61-63 doi: 10.17265/2159-5828/2018.01.007. http://www.davidpublisher.com/Public/uploads/Contribute/5aa87a8e491ec.pdf
4. Pasula MJ, Nowak J. Particle size measurement in suspensions: Part 1–A laboratory method for exploring food allergies and sensitivities in illness.Am Clin Lab. 1999 May;18(4):16-8. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10539096/
5. Pasula MJ. Particle size measurement in suspensions. Part 2: An in vitro procedure for screening adverse reactions to foods and chemicals. Am Clin Lab. 1999 Oct;18(9):14-5. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10623324/
6. Kaczmarski M, Pasula M, Sawicka E, Werpachowska I. MRT test – New generation of tests for food hypersensitivity in children and adults. Przeglad Pediatryczny. 1997 (SUPLEMENT 1):61-65.
    

Published Abstracts

1. McLean M, Zarini G, Delgado S, Lee L, Lee C, Ondreyka J, Patenaude J. P08-012-23 Evaluation of the Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP) Program To Manage Symptoms and Quality of Life for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 7, 101147. Published in issue: July 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cdnut.2023.101147
2. Zarini G, McLean M. Effectiveness of the Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP) program for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Am J Lifestyle Med. 2023; 17 (Suppl 1). https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276221128370
3. Zarini G, McLean M. S572. A Pilot Study for Precision Nutrition in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: In-Vitro Stimulation of Pro-and Anti-inflammatory Cytokine Release. The American Journal of Gastroenterology: October 2022 – Volume 117 – Issue 10S – p e406. https://journals.lww.com/ajg/Fulltext/2022/10002/S572_A_Pilot_Study_for_Precision_Nutrition_in.572.aspx.
4. McLean M, Zarini GG, Linke S. Personalized Dietary Intervention for Women with Depression and Anxiety. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Vol. 122 Issue 9 Supplement A23. Published in issue: September 2022. https://www.jandonline.org/article/S2212-2672(22)00457-9/fulltext
5. Zarini G, McLean M. Study Protocol: Effectiveness of the Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP) Program for the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 6, Issue Supplement_1, June 2022, Page 1162, https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzac072.034 
6. Linke S, Zarini G, McLean M. Personalized Dietary Approach for Rhinitis and Sinusitis. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Volume 121, Issue 9, A28. Published in issue: September 2021. https://jandonline.org/action/doSearch?text1=Personalized+Dietary+Approach+for+Rhinitis+and+Sinusitis&field1=AllField
7. Linke S, Zarini G, McLean M, Hogan J, Hogan P, Patenaude J. Tailored Dietary Approach for Individuals with Migraine. Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 5, Issue Supplement_2, June 2021, Page 849, https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzab047_012
8. Patenaude J, Zarini G, McLean M, Linke S. Effectiveness of a Tailored Dietary Program in Subjects with Fibromyalgia. Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 5, Issue Supplement_2, June 2021, Page 856, https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzab047_019
9. Braunstein N, Hogan M, Diaz Escamilla R. The Lifestyle Eating and Performance (LEAP) Program for Improving Quality of Life in Women With PCOS: A Pilot Study of Dietitian-Directed Therapy. Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 5, Issue Supplement_2, June 2021, Page 1123, https://doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzab061_007
10. Patenaude J & Bright D. Clinical improvement of IBS, migraine, fibromyalgia and arthritis using elimination diets based on mediator release blood testing. Journal of the American Dietetic Association, Volume 109, Issue 9, Supplement, 2009, Page A32, ISSN 0002-8223.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002822309008645
11. Williams F. Use of the LEAP mediator release test to identify non-IgE mediated immunologic food reactions that trigger diarrhea predominant IBS symptoms results in marked improvement of symptoms through use of an elimination diet. American Journal of Gastroenterology: October 2004 – Volume 99 – Issue – P S277-S278. https://journals.lww.com/ajg/fulltext/2004/10001/use_of_the_leap_mediator_release_test_to_identify.847.aspx
    
     

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