Melissa Ricks, nagpakatotoo sa kanyang weight loss journey: "My body just felt so off"

• Melissa Ricks opened up about her body's struggle to "bounce back" after pregnancy, admitting that she felt stuck for a long time
• She shared that her journey wasn't just about the scale, but also about dealing with cravings, bloating, and constant fatigue too
• After trying extreme diets and more effort without results, Melissa found success with a simple, plant-based routine that works for her
• In a recent post, she emphasized that while people might judge based on physical appearance, they don't see the internal battles fought

Melissa Ricks is getting real about the challenges of motherhood and body image. In a candid video shared on Instagram, the actress spoke directly to other moms who might feel "stuck" in their own health journeys.

"Can I be honest? After pregnancy, my body didn't bounce back like they said it would," Melissa admitted.

She explained that no matter how much she tried to eat less or exert more effort, the weight simply stayed. This led her to realize that her body perhaps needed support rather than more pressure.

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The turning point for Melissa came when she was introduced to a simple routine involving two plant-based drinks every day. Unlike harsh or extreme diets she had tried before, this new path felt sustainable and allowed her to still enjoy her food and her life with her family.

"Now that I feel like there's something that's working with my body and not against my body anymore," she shared.

Sharing a "self love 2026" update, Melissa showed a side-by-side comparison of her heaviest year versus her current progress. She noted that while others might comment on her size, they don't know the "demons" she has fought along the way.

Her journey is far from over, but she is celebrating the fact that she has finally found a way to "bounce back" that feels right for her.

Melissa Ricks is a Filipino actress who gained prominence as the fourth runner-up in the 2004 ABS-CBN reality talent search, Star Circle Quest. Following her success in the competition, she became a regular on ABS-CBN. Her acting career flourished with notable roles in television dramas, including portraying Hiyas in Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko and Ella Perea in Kambal sa Uma. In 2011, she took on the lead role of Elisa Altamira in the mystery drama Nasaan Ka, Elisa? In her personal life, Melissa tied the knot with Michael Macatangay in 2021.

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As previously reported by KAMI in 2025, Melissa Ricks shared her weight loss progress from May to August, losing 12 pounds and 4 inches off her waist without strict dieting. She opened up about her emotional eating habits and how stress often leads her to seek comfort in food. Despite her achievements, she admitted feeling discouraged at times but emphasized that health matters more than speed and numbers too.

Meanwhile, in that same year, Melissa Ricks expressed her deep concern and fear on social media. Earlier, Melissa discovered a fake and AI-edited video of herself that's circulating online. Following this news, Melissa admitted feeling much fear after seeing the fake video of herself. In her post, Melissa said the video was nothing but horrible since it even involved her husband, one that deeply and greatly upset her as well.

Source: KAMI.com.gh