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Campaign corner Great flavor. In an effort to promote his product and find out more about what consumers want, singer and co-owner of Treo, Jason Derulo, takes to the streets to engage with people of various age groups, discussing the benefits of the organic juice option. As they try out diverse Treo flavors, people are genuinely impressed by the flavor, as well as the impressive low-calorie, carbohydrate, and sugar content.
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