Requires Testing

Pepsico Inc. — Tropicana Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice 10 Fluid Ounce Plastic Bottle

by Pepsico Inc.
Source: USDA FoodData Central | Mapped: 176 MRT Panel Substances | Reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP

MRT 176 Panel Triggers Identified

GrapefruitCitric Acid
LEAP Phase Status: Phase 2 — Reintroduction

Clinical Product Assessment

MRT 176 Panel Safety Assessment

Clinical Narrative

This product contains two MRT-tested substances: Grapefruit and Citric Acid. Because it contains ‘natural flavors’, the specific chemical or food components cannot be fully verified, necessitating the ‘REQUIRES_TESTING’ status. It is unsuitable for Phase 1 but may be considered for Phase 2 provided the patient has non-reactive results for Grapefruit and Citric Acid.

Flagged Ingredient Mapping

Ingredient Maps To (MRT Panel) Match Type
grapefruit juice concentrate Grapefruit DIRECT_MATCH
grapefruit juice Grapefruit DIRECT_MATCH
citric acid Citric Acid 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

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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.

What This Means For Your Diet

With 2 identified triggers, this product falls into the moderate risk category. It may be suitable for Phase 2 reintroduction under practitioner guidance, depending on your individual MRT results.

If the specific triggers identified in this product scored Green on your personal MRT panel, your CLT may approve it for controlled reintroduction. If they scored Yellow or Red, this product should be avoided until cleared.

Full Ingredient List

grapefruit juice concentrate, grapefruit juice, citric acid

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About This Assessment

This safety assessment was generated by cross-referencing the USDA FoodData Central ingredient record for this product against the 176 substances tested on the Mediator Release Test (MRT) panel. Clinical notes are produced with AI assistance using the matched ingredient data and reviewed by Kerry Watson, NTP, RWP for accuracy against published LEAP ImmunoCalm® protocol guidelines. Risk classifications are based on the number and type of MRT-tested substances identified. This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice — always consult your Certified LEAP Therapist before making dietary changes.

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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.