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Panera Axes ‘Charged’ Lemonades and Other Drink That Sparked Lawsuits
Panera’s Charged Sips lineup became the target of controversy following allegations that they cause adverse — and even fatal — health effects.
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Panera Bread Co. is discontinuing its Charged Sips, which have drawn lawsuits alleging the caffeinated drinks lead to health issues.
To replace the drinks, the company plans to introduce new beverages in the next two weeks, according to a memo seen by Bloomberg News. Cafes were instructed to stop ordering the product to avoid having excessive inventory.