Pepsi-Cola North America Inc. — VANILLA ZERO SUGAR COLA, VANILLA
by Pepsi-Cola North America Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product contains 6 MRT-tested substances, including multiple chemical additives and food triggers. The presence of Aspartame, Benzoic Acid, Caffeine, and Citric Acid are direct chemical matches. The product’s vanilla flavoring maps to the tested food Vanilla, and Caramel Color is flagged as a common hidden source of Corn. Due to the high number of reactive substances and the inclusion of ‘natural flavors,’ this product is not compatible with the early phases of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| aspartame | Aspartame | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| potassium benzoate | Benzoic Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| caffeine | Caffeine | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| potassium citrate | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| vanilla flavor | Vanilla | DIRECT_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
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.
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 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.
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.
Vanilla extract and vanillin (synthetic vanilla) are both MRT-tested. Vanilla appears in baked goods, desserts, and flavored beverages. Check for "natural flavors" which may contain vanilla.
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 6 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 6 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, caffeine, citric acid, potassium citrate, vanilla flavor, caramel color
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