Janet Caperna reveals agonizing battle with acute gastritis after holiday excesses

Janet Caperna, a star of the reality TV show The Valley, has revealed a serious health battle that left her hospitalised twice in just 12 days. The 40-year-old lost nearly 20 pounds after suffering from acute gastritis and colitis, an ordeal she described as relentless and agonising. Initially mistaking her symptoms for food poisoning, she later shared the full extent of her struggle on social media.

Caperna’s health scare began over the holidays, when she admitted to overindulging in alcohol and other excesses. What she first thought was food poisoning quickly worsened, leading to constant vomiting and an inability to keep food down. Doctors later diagnosed her with acute gastritis, a condition that caused her severe pain and rapid weight loss.

She took to Instagram to describe the experience as a 'serious health scare' with 'no relief'. The illness forced her into hospital twice, leaving her weak and exhausted. Despite the suffering, she noted that she had lost the weight 'the hard way'—without relying on weight loss drugs.

Her husband, Jason Caperna, praised her resilience throughout the ordeal. Now recovering, she has expressed gratitude for the support of family and friends. She also mentioned needing to explain her changed appearance after such a dramatic weight loss.

Caperna first gained attention on The Valley, where she documented her weight loss journey after welcoming her son Cameron in 2023. Her progress was highlighted during the show’s Season 2 reunion.

Caperna is now on the mend, though the experience has left a lasting impact. She continues to share updates with her followers while adjusting to her altered appearance. The ordeal has also prompted discussions about the dangers of excessive holiday indulgence and the importance of listening to one’s body.