PepsiCo, Inc. — STRAWBERRY WATERMELON ENERGY DRINK, STRAWBERRY WATERMELON
by PepsiCo, Inc.MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified
Clinical Product Assessment
MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment
Clinical Narrative
This product is a highly processed energy drink containing 9 MRT-tested substances. It utilizes fruit juice concentrates (Grape, Orange) as a base, while the Strawberry and Watermelon components are likely derived from ‘natural flavors’ or concentrates. Furthermore, it contains several chemical triggers, including Citric Acid, Caffeine, FD&C Red #40, and preservatives like Sodium Benzoate (Benzoic Acid). The presence of ‘natural flavors’ adds further uncertainty, making this product unsuitable for Phase 1 or 2 of the LEAP protocol.
Flagged Ingredient Mapping
| Ingredient | Maps To (MRT Panel) | Match Type |
|---|---|---|
| strawberry flavor/juice | Strawberry | DIRECT_MATCH |
| watermelon flavor/juice | Watermelon | DIRECT_MATCH |
| white grape juice concentrate | Grape | DIRECT_MATCH |
| concentrated orange juice | Orange | DIRECT_MATCH |
| citric acid | Citric Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| caffeine | Caffeine | DIRECT_MATCH |
| red 40 | FD&C Red #40 | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| sodium benzoate | Benzoic Acid | CHEMICAL_MATCH |
| glycerol ester of wood rosin | Glycerin/Glycerol | CHEMICAL_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
Strawberry is an MRT-tested fruit found in yogurts, ice cream, jams, and flavored beverages. Also appears as "natural strawberry flavor" in many processed foods.
Grape is an MRT-tested fruit found in wine, juice, jelly, raisins, and grape seed extract. Also a source of tartaric acid used as a food additive.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Glycerin is a chemical additive tested on the MRT panel. Used as a humectant and sweetener in protein bars, toothpaste, medications, and processed foods. Can be derived from plant or animal fats.
What This Means For Your Diet
With 9 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 9 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
strawberry flavor/juice, watermelon flavor/juice, white grape juice concentrate, concentrated orange juice, citric acid, caffeine, red 40, sodium benzoate, glycerol ester of wood rosin
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