High Risk

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. — CHERRY LIMEADE FLAVORED ENERGY LIQUID WATER ENHANCER, CHERRY LIMEADE

by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

Citric AcidCaffeineFD&C Red #40FD&C Blue #1Benzoic Acid
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 several chemical additives. Specifically, it contains Citric Acid, Caffeine, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Blue #1, and Sodium Benzoate (which maps to Benzoic Acid). Furthermore, the ingredient ‘natural flavor’ is present, which may contain additional untested or unknown food derivatives such as Cherry or Lime, both of which are on the MRT 176 panel. Given the concentration of chemical triggers and the presence of unknown flavors, this product is classified as high risk and is not suitable for Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
caffeine Caffeine CHEMICAL_MATCH
red 40 FD&C Red #40 CHEMICAL_MATCH
blue 1 FD&C Blue #1 CHEMICAL_MATCH
sodium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavor

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

Understanding These Triggers

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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.

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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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.

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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.

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

citric acid, caffeine, red 40, blue 1, sodium benzoate

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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.