High Risk

Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. — CAFFEINE FREE LOW CALORIE SODA, CAFFEINE FREE

by Pepsi-Cola North America Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

AspartameBenzoic AcidCitric AcidCorn
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product is classified as high risk due to the presence of four MRT-tested substances. It contains the chemical triggers Aspartame, Benzoic Acid (present as potassium benzoate), and Citric Acid (present as both citric acid and potassium citrate). Additionally, caramel color is a hidden source of Corn, which is a tested food substance. The presence of natural flavors further complicates the safety profile as it may contain additional unidentified triggers.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
aspartame Aspartame DIRECT_MATCH
potassium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid DIRECT_MATCH
potassium citrate Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
caramel color Corn HIDDEN_SOURCE

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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Aspartame

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.

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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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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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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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 4 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 4 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

aspartame, potassium benzoate, citric acid, potassium citrate, caramel color

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