High Risk

Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. — STRAWBERRIES & CREAM ZERO CALORIE FLAVORED DIET COLA, STRAWBERRIES & CREAM

by Pepsi-Cola North America Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

AspartameBenzoic AcidCaffeineCitric AcidFD&C Red #40
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 5 MRT-tested substances, including multiple chemical additives and stimulants. Key triggers identified include Aspartame, Caffeine, and Red 40. Furthermore, Potassium Benzoate and Potassium Citrate map to Benzoic Acid and Citric Acid, respectively. The inclusion of ‘natural flavor’ and ‘caramel color’ introduces unknown variables that could contain additional hidden triggers. Due to the high number of chemical matches, this product is unsuitable for the initial phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
aspartame Aspartame DIRECT_MATCH
potassium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
potassium citrate Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
caffeine Caffeine DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
red 40 FD&C Red #40 DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor, caramel color

This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.

Understanding These Triggers

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Aspartame

An artificial sweetener tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and "light" yogurts. Some patients show significant mediator release to aspartame.

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Benzoic Acid

A preservative tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found as sodium benzoate in soft drinks, pickles, salad dressings, and condiments. Also occurs naturally in cranberries and cinnamon.

Caffeine

Caffeine is tested as a chemical substance on the MRT panel. Found in coffee, tea, chocolate, energy drinks, and some medications. Sensitivity is to the compound itself, not the beverage.

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Citric Acid

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.

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FD&C Red #40

Allura Red AC is the most widely used food dye and one of the most reactive chemical additives on the MRT panel. Found in candy, beverages, cereals, snack foods, and even some medications.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 5 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 5 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

aspartame, potassium benzoate, potassium citrate, caffeine, citric acid, red 40

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Medical Disclaimer: This data is algorithmically generated based on USDA databases and is not medical advice. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.