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Jo Frost Reveals Life-Threatening Anaphylaxis and Urges Allergy Safety Reforms

The star of Supernanny detailed past anaphylactic shocks, calling for clearer food labeling, more robust staff training, greater public empathy

Overview

  • Jo Frost announced in an Instagram video that she has anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic condition
  • She said she has survived multiple life-threatening anaphylactic shocks and carries epinephrine at all times
  • Frost detailed her allergies to nuts, peanuts, crustaceans and rye, along with asthma triggered by pollen, mold and strong chemicals
  • She criticized restaurant staff and food manufacturers for opaque labeling and insufficient training, urging them to strengthen allergy safety protocols
  • The parenting expert emphasized that her condition does not define her and called for greater public empathy and education on managing anaphylaxis