The presence of antibodies to Milk Chocolate is an indication of food immune reactivity. The offending food and its known cross-reactive foods should be eliminated from the diet. Dark chocolate, in moderation, has many health benefits. It is filled with antioxidants, improves endothelial function, improves gut microbiota, exhibits chemopreventive effects, and activates Factor XII. Pure cacao, dark chocolate and milk chocolate are known to elicit adverse reactions in the form of IgE allergy and delayed intolerance.

The presence of antibodies to Millet is an indication of food immune reactivity. The offending food and its known cross-reactive foods should be eliminated from the diet. Millet is primarily consumed in Asian countries, where it is a food crop. In the US, millet is primarily grown for fodder however it is becoming popular as a health food. Patients with known thyroid disorders should abstain from ingesting Millet as it is a goitrogen.

MIP-1β (Macrophage Inflammatory Protein-1 beta, CCL4) is a pro-inflammatory chemokine that helps guide immune cells—including monocytes, NK cells, and T lymphocytes—to areas of infection or injury. Produced by macrophages and T cells, it plays a central role in immune cell communication and inflammatory signaling. Elevated MIP-1β levels often reflect chronic immune activation and are associated with conditions such as autoimmune diseases, chronic infections, metabolic inflammation, and neuroinflammatory disorders. Low levels may suggest suppressed immune signaling or reduced cytokine activity. Within the Cytokine Response Profile (CytoDx) by Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, MIP-1β is an important marker of innate immune activation and cell recruitment, offering insight into chronic inflammatory stress and helping clinicians tailor strategies to rebalance the immune system.

The presence of mitochondrial antibodies can be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC). PBC is a chronic disease in which the bile ducts in your liver are slowly destroyed.

Mixed Heavy Metals (Nickel, Cobalt, Cadmium, Lead, Arsenic) are ubiquitous compounds found in soil, drinking water and food supply, and are not fully avoidable. However, certain exposures can be limited or controlled. These include the exposure of Heavy Metals from manufactured goods, cigarette smoke, paints, gasoline, and some food containers and cookware. Arsenic is absorbed by all plants, but is more concentrated in leafy vegetables, rice, apple and grape juice, and seafood.

The term "Mixed Respiratory Flora" on a sputum test refers to the presence of a diverse range of microorganisms that are normally found in the upper respiratory tract. This includes a variety of bacteria, both harmless (commensal) and potentially pathogenic. In a healthy individual, these organisms exist in balance and are not typically a cause for concern. However, in certain circumstances, such as a weakened immune system or other underlying conditions, some of these organisms can become opportunistic and lead to infections.

MMP-9 is an important marker of intestinal inflammation. It has been shown to be significantly increased in the stool of UC patients compared with healthy controls and patients with IBS, and was found to correlate with the clinical and endoscopic activity of UC.

MMP-9 is a marker of inflammation, tissue remodeling, wound healing, and mobilization of tissue-bound growth factors and cytokines.

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) play an important role in the progression of tumour cells and the invasion of inflammatory cells by degrading the extracellular matrix. In the MMP family, MMP-9 gelatinase is thought to contribute to the pathogenesis of inflammatory arteritis by disrupting the elastic lamina. 

MMP-9 contributes to the pathogenesis of numerous clinical disease states, including rheumatic arthritis, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, multiple sclerosis, asthma, and cancer. Current research is exploring the role of this enzyme as a potential drug target.

Molybdenum supplementation has been shown to reduce sulfite sensitivity, a condition marked by asthma, shortness of breath, edema, dermatitis, and possible anaphylaxis by increasing sulfite oxidase activity, in patients with low blood molybdenum. Frank molybdenum deficiency states are largely relegated to those on total parenteral nutrition, with symptoms including mental disturbance and coma. Blood and urine specimens have been used for direct molybdenum measurement, but they are mainly reflective of intake and have not been adequately evaluated.

Sources of Molybdenum:

- Beans (lima, white, red, green, pinto, peas),

- grains (wheat, oat, rice),

- nuts,

- vegetables (asparagus, dark leafy, Brassicas),

- milk, cheese.

Absorption factors:

- Molybdenum absorption is passive in the intestines.

- Urinary excretion is a direct reflection of dietary Molybdenum intake, not necessarily Molybdenum status.

- Increased Mo intake may elevate urinary copper excretion.

Sources of Molybdenum:

- Beans (lima, white, red, green, pinto, peas),

- grains (wheat, oat, rice),

- nuts,

- vegetables (asparagus, dark leafy, Brassicas),

- milk, cheese.

Absorption factors:

- Molybdenum absorption is passive in the intestines.

- Urinary excretion is a direct reflection of dietary Molybdenum intake, not necessarily Molybdenum status.

- Increased Mo intake may elevate urinary copper excretion.