Ivy League student dies shortly after consuming Panera Bread’s lemonade.
OAN’s James Meyers
11:56 AM – Monday, October 23, 2023
Panera Bread Faces Lawsuit Over Deadly “Charged Lemonade”
A lawsuit has been filed against Panera Bread after a tragic incident involving a young student with a heart condition who died after consuming the company’s ”charged lemonade.” The lawsuit claims that the drink contained more caffeine than popular energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster, and accuses Panera of failing to warn consumers about its ingredients.
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Sarah Katz, a 21-year-old Ivy League student who had a heart condition called long QT syndrome type 1. According to the suit, Katz avoided energy drinks based on her doctors’ recommendations. On September 10th, 2022, she purchased a charged lemonade from Panera and later went into cardiac arrest, resulting in her untimely death.
“She was very, very vigilant about what she needed to do to keep herself safe,” said her roommate Victoria Rose Conroy. “I guarantee if Sarah had known how much caffeine this was, she never would have touched it with a 10-foot pole.”
The lawsuit reveals that the charged lemonade contained a caffeine content ranging from 260 milligrams to 390 milligrams, surpassing the caffeine levels of Red Bull and Monster Energy Drink combined.
“At 30 fluid ounces, Panera Charged Lemonade exceeds the combined contents of 12 fluid ounces of Red Bull (114 milligrams caffeine) and 16 fluid ounces of Monster Energy Drink (160 milligrams caffeine).”
In addition, the lawsuit alleges that the drink was not advertised as an “energy drink” and was offered alongside Panera’s non-caffeinated and less caffeinated beverages. The lawsuit claims that the drink contained not only caffeine but also the stimulant guarana and excessive amounts of sugar.
“These unregulated beverages contain no advertisement as an ‘energy’ drink and, instead, represent them as ‘clean’ and akin to Panera Dark Roast coffee, when they contain not only caffeine, but also the stimulant guarana and exorbitant amounts of sugar.”
A medical examiner’s report attributed Katz’s cause of death to cardiac arrhythmia due to long QT syndrome. While the report did not mention the beverage as a contributing factor, it confirmed that Katz had no drugs in her system other than those administered by the hospital during resuscitation attempts.
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What are the allegations made in the lawsuit against Panera Bread regarding their “charged lemonade”?
Panera Bread Faces Lawsuit Over Deadly “Charged Lemonade”
A lawsuit has been filed against Panera Bread after a tragic incident involving a young student with a heart condition who died after consuming the company’s “charged lemonade.” The lawsuit claims that the drink contained more caffeine than popular energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster, and accuses Panera of failing to warn consumers about its ingredients.
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Sarah Katz, a 21-year-old Ivy League student who had a heart condition called long QT syndrome type 1. According to the suit, Katz avoided energy drinks based on her doctors’ recommendations. On September 10th, 2022, she purchased a charged lemonade from Panera and later went into cardiac arrest, resulting in her untimely death.
“She was very, very vigilant about what she needed to do to keep herself safe,” said her roommate Victoria Rose Conroy. “I guarantee if Sarah had known how much caffeine this was, she never would have touched it with a 10-foot pole.”
The lawsuit reveals that the charged lemonade contained a caffeine content ranging from 260 milligrams to 390 milligrams, surpassing the caffeine levels of Red Bull and Monster Energy Drink combined.
“At 30 fluid ounces, Panera Charged Lemonade exceeds the combined contents of 12 fluid ounces of Red Bull (114 milligrams caffeine) and 16 fluid ounces of Monster Energy Drink (160 milligrams caffeine).”
In addition, the lawsuit alleges that the drink was not advertised as an “energy drink” and was offered alongside Panera’s non-caffeinated and less caffeinated beverages. The lawsuit claims that the drink contained not only caffeine but also the stimulant guarana and excessive amounts of sugar.
“These unregulated beverages contain no advertisement as an ‘energy’ drink and, instead, represent them as ‘clean’ and akin to Panera Dark Roast coffee, when they contain not only caffeine, but also the stimulant guarana and exorbitant amounts of sugar.”
A medical examiner’s report attributed Katz’s cause of death to cardiac arrhythmia due to long QT syndrome. While the report did not mention the beverage as a contributing factor, it confirmed that Katz had no drugs in her system other than those administered by the hospital during resuscitation attempts.
This tragic incident raises concerns about the lack of regulation and transparency in the labeling of beverages with high caffeine content. Consumers have the right to know what they are consuming and any potential risks associated with it. Panera Bread and other companies should take responsibility for ensuring that their products are clearly labeled and provide accurate information about their ingredients.
It is crucial for regulators to review the regulations surrounding the labeling and marketing of beverages to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Furthermore, individuals with pre-existing medical conditions should always consult with their doctors before consuming any new products to ensure their safety.
In the meantime, it is essential for consumers to educate themselves about the contents of the beverages they consume and make informed choices. This tragic incident serves as a reminder that we must prioritize our health and well-being by being aware of what we put into our bodies.
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