PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport) — CHOCOLATE LIGHT NON-DAIRY PROTEIN SHAKE, CHOCOLATE
by PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport)MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 7 substances identified on the MRT 176 panel. While marketed as ‘non-dairy,’ the product contains milk-derived proteins (Milk Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate, and Sodium Caseinate), which are mapped to the Cow’s Milk trigger. Additionally, it contains known food triggers including Cocoa, Corn (via corn fiber), Canola/Rapeseed, and Sunflower, as well as chemical additives Carrageenan and Citric Acid (via potassium citrate). Due to the high number of reactive triggers and the presence of unknown flavoring agents, this product is categorized as high risk and is unsuitable for the early elimination phases of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| milk protein isolate | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| calcium caseinate | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sodium caseinate | Cow’s Milk | DIRECT_MATCH |
| alkalized cocoa powder | Cocoa | DIRECT_MATCH |
| soluble corn fiber | Corn | DIRECT_MATCH |
| canola oil | Canola/Rapeseed | DIRECT_MATCH |
| sunflower oil | Sunflower | DIRECT_MATCH |
| carrageenan | Carrageenan | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| potassium citrate | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients
The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural and artificial flavors
This is procedural data interpretation, not medical guidance. Always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist.
Understanding These Triggers
One of the most commonly reactive substances on the MRT panel. Found in dairy products and many processed foods as whey, casein, or milk solids. Cross-reactive with goat and sheep milk in some patients.
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is tested as a standalone substance. Reactivity to cocoa affects all chocolate-containing products. Distinct from dairy or sugar reactions that often co-occur in chocolate.
Corn derivatives are among the hardest triggers to avoid. Found as corn syrup, cornstarch, modified food starch, dextrose, maltodextrin, and citric acid in thousands of processed products.
Canola oil (derived from rapeseed) is an MRT-tested substance. It is one of the most common cooking oils in processed foods and restaurant cooking. Look for it in fried foods, dressings, and baked goods.
Sunflower seed and sunflower oil are MRT-tested. Sunflower lecithin is increasingly used as a soy lecithin alternative. Found in chips, cooking oils, and many "allergen-friendly" products.
A seaweed-derived thickener tested on the MRT panel. Found in dairy alternatives, ice cream, deli meats, and protein shakes. Increasingly scrutinized for its inflammatory potential.
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.
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
milk protein isolate, calcium caseinate, sodium caseinate, alkalized cocoa powder, soluble corn fiber, canola oil, sunflower oil, carrageenan, potassium citrate
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