High Risk

Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. — CITRUS DIET GREEN TEA, CITRUS

by Pepsi-Cola North America Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

TeaCaffeineCitric AcidAspartameBenzoic Acid
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains five MRT-tested substances, including one food (Tea) and four chemical additives (Caffeine, Citric Acid, Aspartame, and Benzoic Acid). The presence of ‘Natural Flavor’ and ‘Citrus Extract’ introduces additional unknown variables as these may contain unspecified botanical or chemical derivatives from the MRT panel. Given the high count of tested triggers, this product is contraindicated for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
Green Tea Tea DIRECT_MATCH
Green Tea Caffeine INHERENT_COMPONENT
Citric Acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
Aspartame Aspartame CHEMICAL_MATCH
Potassium Benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH

Unknown / Ambiguous Ingredients

The following ingredients could not be definitively mapped: natural flavors, citrus extract

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

Understanding These Triggers

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Tea

Tea (Camellia sinensis) is MRT-tested. Covers black, green, white, and oolong teas. Distinct from caffeine sensitivity — you may react to tea proteins but not caffeine, or vice versa.

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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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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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.

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

Green Tea, Green Tea, Citric Acid, Aspartame, Potassium 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.