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What Is the MRT Test—and How Can It Help You Feel Better Fast?

June 02, 20252 min read

What Is the MRT Test—and How Can It Help You Feel Better Fast?

If you’ve been struggling with bloating, fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, or stubborn weight gain—and you’ve already “cleaned up” your diet but still feel off—you might be missing a hidden trigger.

The culprit? Food sensitivities.

These delayed immune responses don’t show up on traditional allergy tests and can silently drive inflammation for years.

One of the most accurate ways to uncover these hidden reactions is with the MRT (Mediator Release Test)—a cutting-edge food sensitivity test that we use inside the Biomapping Program to help our clients take back control of their health.


What Is the MRT Test?

MRT stands for Mediator Release Test. It doesn’t just look at antibodies—it goes a step further and measures your body’s actual inflammatory response to 170 different foods and food-chemical additives.

Why does this matter?

Because when your immune system reacts to a food, it releases chemical messengers called mediators (like histamine, cytokines, and prostaglandins). These chemicals trigger inflammation in your body—and depending on your biology, that can show up as:

  • Digestive issues like bloating, gas, or constipation

  • Brain fog, migraines, or mood swings

  • Joint pain or stiffness

  • Skin rashes, acne, or eczema

  • Weight gain or plateaus

  • Fatigue and hormonal imbalance

The MRT test helps identify which foods are causing those reactions, so we can reduce inflammation quickly and effectively.


Why the MRT Test Is Part of Biomapping

In the Biomapping Program, we don’t guess—we test.

Every client starts with a personalized lab workup that may include the MRT depending on their symptoms and health history. We use the results to design a custom anti-inflammatory food plan that reduces immune triggers while supporting gut repair, hormone balance, and metabolism.

This is not a forever elimination diet.
It’s a targeted healing phase that helps you feel better fast—so we can address deeper root causes without constant inflammation getting in the way.


Who Should Consider MRT Testing?

The MRT is especially helpful for people who:

  • Have tried elimination diets but didn’t get full relief

  • Feel worse after “healthy” foods like eggs, spinach, or almonds

  • Suspect they have leaky gut or autoimmune issues

  • Struggle with IBS, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, or fatigue

  • Want a personalized approach to nutrition backed by data


How to Get the MRT Test Through Biomapping

The MRT is only offered through qualified providers—it’s not available through standard labs or over-the-counter kits.

Inside the Biomapping Program, we use the MRT test as part of a broader system that includes:

  • Functional lab testing

  • Customized supplement protocols

  • Personalized nutrition and recovery strategies

  • Ongoing coaching and accountability

If you’re tired of guessing what foods are making you feel awful—this is your next step.


Ready to Get Started?

👉 Book a Biomarker Assessment Call with Dr. Josh Bailey to discuss your symptoms and see if MRT testing is right for you.

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Dr. Josh Bailey

Dr. Josh Bailey is a functional health practitioner, thyroid coach, and founder of the Biomapping Method—a data-driven, root-cause approach to healing chronic fatigue, Hashimoto’s, weight gain, and hormone imbalance. With over 16 years of clinical experience and advanced training in functional medicine, genetic analysis, and behavioral coaching, Dr. Bailey helps women finally understand why they still feel “off” even when their labs are “normal.” Through his personalized, science-backed coaching programs, he empowers clients to reclaim energy, confidence, and long-term vitality.

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