Coca-Cola USA Operations — MELLO YELLO, ZERO, ZERO-CALORIE SODA, CITRUS, CITRUS
by Coca-Cola USA OperationsMRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 7 MRT-tested substances, including several high-priority chemical additives such as Aspartame, FD&C Yellow #5, and Benzoic Acid (as Potassium Benzoate), alongside food extracts like Orange and Carob. The inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ further complicates its safety profile for LEAP patients. With seven distinct triggers, this product is contraindicated for the initial phases of the ImmunoCalm® Dietary Protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| concentrated orange juice | Orange | DIRECT_MATCH |
| potassium benzoate | Benzoic Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| aspartame | Aspartame | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| caffeine | Caffeine | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| carob bean gum | Carob | DIRECT_MATCH |
| yellow 5 | FD&C Yellow #5 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
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.
Orange is an MRT-tested citrus fruit. Found in juice, marmalade, candied peel, and as natural orange flavoring. Cross-reactivity with other citrus fruits is not assumed on the MRT panel.
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.
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.
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.
Carob is an MRT-tested legume often used as a chocolate substitute. Found in health foods, carob chips, and as locust bean gum (a common thickener) in ice cream and baked goods.
Tartrazine (Yellow #5) is an azo dye on the MRT chemical panel. Found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. Cross-reactivity with aspirin sensitivity has been documented in clinical literature.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 7 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 7 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
citric acid, concentrated orange juice, potassium benzoate, aspartame, caffeine, carob bean gum, yellow 5
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About This Assessment
This safety assessment was generated by cross-referencing the USDA FoodData Central ingredient record for this product against the 176 substances tested on the Mediator Release Test (MRT) panel. Clinical notes are produced with AI assistance using the matched ingredient data and reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP for accuracy against published LEAP ImmunoCalm® protocol guidelines. Risk classifications are based on the number and type of MRT-tested substances identified. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice — always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist before making dietary changes.
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