High Risk

Coca-Cola USA Operations — FANTA, SODA, GRAPE, GRAPE

by Coca-Cola USA Operations
Source: USDA FoodData Central | Mapped: 176 MRT Panel Substances | Reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

CornFructoseBenzoic AcidFD&C Red #40Blue #1
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

Analysis of Fanta Grape identifies 5 MRT-tested triggers. High fructose corn syrup acts as a dual trigger for Corn and Fructose. Sodium benzoate is the salt form of Benzoic Acid, a tested chemical. The product also contains two synthetic dyes, Red 40 and Blue 1, which are explicitly tested on the MRT 176 panel. Furthermore, the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ introduces unknown variables that may contain additional triggers like Grape. Due to the high number of reactive substances, this product is unsuitable for the early phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
high fructose corn syrup Corn DERIVED_MATCH
high fructose corn syrup Fructose DIRECT_MATCH
sodium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
red 40 FD&C Red #40 DIRECT_MATCH
blue 1 Blue #1 DIRECT_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

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Corn

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.

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Fructose

Fructose is tested independently from cane sugar on the MRT panel. Found as high-fructose corn syrup, agave nectar, and crystalline fructose. MRT tests inflammatory mediator response, not malabsorption.

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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.

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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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Blue #1

Brilliant Blue FCF is a synthetic food dye tested on the MRT chemical panel. Found in candy, beverages, ice cream, and some processed foods. Often combined with Yellow #5 to create green coloring.

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

high fructose corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, sodium benzoate, red 40, blue 1

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