High Risk

Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. — DIET MOUNTAIN DEW, SUPERNOVA, LOW CALORIE DEW SODA, STRAWBERRY MELON, STRAWBERRY MELON

by Pepsi-Cola North America Inc.

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

OrangeCitric AcidAspartameBenzoic AcidCaffeineFD&C Yellow #5FD&C Blue #1
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 3 — Practitioner Guided

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains 7 MRT-tested substances, including multiple chemical additives and synthetic dyes. Key triggers include Aspartame, Caffeine, and FD&C Yellow #5 and Blue #1. The presence of ‘Natural Flavor’ introduces additional unknown variables. Due to the high trigger count and the inclusion of numerous reactive chemicals, this product is categorized as High Risk and is incompatible with the elimination and reintroduction phases of the LEAP protocol.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
concentrated orange juice Orange DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
aspartame Aspartame CHEMICAL_MATCH
potassium benzoate Benzoic Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
potassium citrate Citric Acid CHEMICAL_MATCH
caffeine Caffeine CHEMICAL_MATCH
yellow 5 FD&C Yellow #5 CHEMICAL_MATCH
blue 1 FD&C Blue #1 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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Orange

Orange is an MRT-tested citrus fruit. Found in juice, marmalade, candied peel, and as natural orange flavoring. Cross-reactivity with other citrus fruits is not assumed on the MRT panel.

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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.

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 Yellow #5

Tartrazine (Yellow #5) is an azo dye on the MRT chemical panel. Found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. Cross-reactivity with aspirin sensitivity has been documented in clinical literature.

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

concentrated orange juice, citric acid, aspartame, potassium benzoate, potassium citrate, caffeine, yellow 5, blue 1

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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.