Its very odd isnt it that no one worried abotu this sort of thing when I was a kid. Had no knowledge of any of the kids I knew having allergies but now there are so many kids that have issues with this.

Some only inhale the smell of peanuts and immediately react to it. That is why most schools have a strict no nuts policy. I know a lady who has a similar reaction to shellfish even if the other person has clean his/her teeth thoroughly before kissing the other one.

They’ve taken a big chance and now may lose a lot of customers. Is the promotion really worth it?

I completely agree they should not have this product. There as so many people who are allergic to nuts, and they love Boost but now can’t have it because of contamination.

I feel sorry for those people who like Boost juices and would like to have nuts in them. Somehow I think there would be more of them than of those who have allergic reactions to nuts.

Man I am getting so sick of the ‘no nuts’ policies everywhere. People with allergies are a minority, and yes while I am empathise with their severe condition, I also don’t see why the rest of the population, who enjoy eating nuts, have to suffer. If you can’t eat nuts, don’t buy a nut smoothie. It’s that simple. I’m sure that Boost are ensuring that there is no cross-contamination.

I know people with severe strawberry allergies and another person with anaphylactic banana, and several with life threatening allergies to dairy but I have never seen them protesting boost juices for having them in their smoothies, they just don’t buy the ones with the allergens that affect them in them.
If Boost were to remove anything that anyone was allergic to they wouldn’t even be able to sell water. I know that allergies are bad (I have many) but a bit of personal responsibility goes a long way.

Not everyone is going to be happy. There are plenty of other companies that have nut and nut free products, you don’t see people complaining about them. What about restaurants and cafes? They too will use nuts at some stage but you don’t see people complaining about them

I suspect they thought that picture was fun while still conveying an important warning. It seems like they tried hard to do the right thing. I don’t blame families who don’t want to take a risk, though.

Sounds like they are trying to take all necessary precautions, if in doubt don’t buy. Protest with your purses and wallets

oh for crying out loud every company has the right to change their food or what ever as they see fit. It is how they stay in business, & they also have covered themselves by stating that they now have nuts in some of their drinks. All Anyone who has an allergy has to do is not order that type of drink or stay away. It really is that simple

Sorry but if you have an allergy to nuts then simple dont order it.
At my local boost juice they advertise the new pb smoothie and guess what it says warning contain nuts.
Boost juice has undergone the right way of doing this promotion. They have trained their staff correctly, storing pb and utensils carefully without cross contamination.
They know if anyone has an allergy reaction from a juice they serve, they will be liable. And have a court case on their hands. So I doubt they would risk a cross contamination.

I’ve never had a boost juice in my life but will definitely try this because I love nuts. So their marketing plan works despite all the threats of boycotts. Don’t make but lovers suffer. It’s only a month 🙂

This is stupid. I’m sure Boost is not the first food/drink outlet to have a product on the menu containing nuts. I can understand the worry of those with allergies but aren’t these the same worries they have anytime they’re eating or drinking out of home? Calling for the promotion to be pulled is an overreaction especially to those of us who like peanuts and are looking forward to trying a promo smoothie.

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  • • mom93821 replied
    • 26 Aug 2018 , 7:03 am

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  As a family with allergies – we make smart and informed choices and we certainly don’t begrudge anyone else consuming nuts or any other foods. There is plenty of variety out there and certain food and drink outlets and franchises can be avoided for our personal health and safety.

On the upside the publicity will alert everyone to the fact that nuts are being used for this period of time! We have allergies and always check out ingredients and watch how food is made (if possible) and alert staff to allergies. We make choices to avoid certain places and food outlets. So many options out there for all diets.

Yes some people have allergies, that is why warnings are out and the ingredients are listed. I myself look at or find out what is used in a food place or go without. We have different allergies in this family always look out.

People have allergies for different things indeed. Boost Juice can’t accommodate each and everyone equally. When you have an allergy and need to opt out for a certain product, just do so and prepare it yourself safely at home.

People need to stop trying to wrap everything and everyone in cotton wool. Yes people have allergies. Take responsibility and keep yourself and your own kids safe. Let the rest of us make our own decisions! If we want to eat it then its up to is. People need to realise lots of places use nuts and should do what they always do…. avoid it if neccesary or be cautious and make sure staff know of your allergy.
Why do some feel the need to spoil things for everyone else.
Im allergic to strawberries and banana yet i still choose to go to boost juice, im just careful!

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  • • mom265671 replied
    • 24 Aug 2018 , 11:34 pm

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  Very well said, couldn’t agree more!!

I can see why some people are cautious though they have strict food practices they need to adhere by.

You can’t take out every ingredient that people could be allergic too or there would be no takeaway places at all.