High Risk

Pepsico Inc. — Near East Couscous Tomato Lentil 6.1 Ounce Paper Box

by Pepsico Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

WheatTomatoLentilOnionGarlicOliveYeast (Baker's)Citric AcidTurmeric
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 9 MRT-tested substances, including a chemical additive (Citric Acid) and multiple high-frequency reactive foods. Additionally, the inclusion of ‘Natural Flavor’ and ‘Spices’ introduces unknown variables that could contain further tested substances such as black pepper or cumin. Due to the high number of potential triggers, this product is unsuitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
Wheat Flour (Couscous) Wheat DIRECT_MATCH
Dried Tomato Tomato DIRECT_MATCH
Lentils Lentil DIRECT_MATCH
Dried Onion Onion DIRECT_MATCH
Dried Garlic Garlic DIRECT_MATCH
Olive Oil Olive DIRECT_MATCH
Yeast Extract Yeast (Baker’s) DIRECT_MATCH
Citric Acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
Turmeric Turmeric DIRECT_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: Natural Flavor, Spices

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

Understanding These Triggers

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Wheat

A major grain trigger distinct from celiac disease. MRT measures inflammatory mediator release to wheat protein, not IgE-mediated gluten allergy. Found in bread, pasta, and many processed foods.

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Tomato

Tomato is a nightshade tested on the MRT panel. It appears in ketchup, pasta sauce, pizza, and many prepared foods. Includes all tomato-derived ingredients like tomato paste and powder.

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Onion

Onion is tested as a standalone substance on the MRT panel. It appears in seasonings, soups, sauces, and most savory processed foods. Often hidden as "dehydrated onion" or "onion powder" in spice blends.

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Garlic

Garlic is an MRT-tested substance found in seasoning blends, sauces, and many processed foods. Often listed as "garlic powder," "dehydrated garlic," or hidden in "spices" or "natural flavors."

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Olive

Olive is tested on the MRT panel. Includes olive oil (one of the most common cooking oils), table olives, and olive-derived ingredients. A staple of Mediterranean diets.

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Yeast (Baker's)

Baker's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is MRT-tested. Found in bread, rolls, pizza dough, and fermented foods. Also present as yeast extract, a common flavor enhancer in savory products.

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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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Turmeric

Turmeric is an MRT-tested spice increasingly popular in health products. Found in curry blends, mustard, golden milk, and as a natural food coloring. Contains curcumin.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 9 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 9 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

Wheat Flour (Couscous), Dried Tomato, Lentils, Dried Onion, Dried Garlic, Olive Oil, Yeast Extract, Citric Acid, Turmeric

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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.