Kris Aquino’s Health Shows Remarkable Improvement: Gains 30 Pounds While Recuperating at Private Resort

Kris Aquino’s health condition continues to improve significantly, according to a close friend and former entertainment editor, Dindo Balares. Recent photos shared by Dindo reveal a smiling Kris who has visibly gained weight, signaling progress in her recovery from autoimmune diseases.

On July 15, 2025, Dindo posted on Instagram updates about Kris’s health journey, confirming the authenticity of recent photos circulating on social media. These images, taken by Kris’s friend Ms. Jing about three weeks prior at a private resort where Kris is currently recuperating, show a genuine and hopeful side of the TV host-actress.

“Many have asked if these pictures of Kris Aquino are photoshopped or if this is really how she looks now,” Dindo wrote. “This is real and genuine. I was also at the private resort when the photos were taken.”

Dindo expressed gratitude to everyone who prayed for Kris, crediting their support as a major factor in her improving condition.

“When we pray, miracles happen—Kris is proof. Love nourishes and heals. She still has a long way to go, but her body and weight are slowly recovering.”

The Struggles Behind the Progress

Despite the positive developments, Kris’s recovery has not been easy. Dindo shared firsthand accounts of Kris’s physical challenges, including moments when she had to be assisted just to stand or be carried to the comfort room. She has experienced multiple falls, often underestimating her strength and stamina.

“I saw and heard her say softly, ‘I really hate being dependent,’ because she needs help to get up or be carried to the bathroom, but she endures it,” Dindo said.

“She has fallen several times on the floor and inside the bathroom because she thought she could manage, but she couldn’t.”

Recuperating Away from the City

Kris’s decision to stay at a private resort away from the city has been crucial to her recovery. Dindo noted that although progress has been slow, the fresh air and peaceful environment have helped her body heal.

“We first noticed the improvement in her skin. I told her, ‘There’s regeneration of skin, Krisy. That means there’s regeneration of cells inside your body too,’” Dindo shared.

Kris’s weight has increased from a low of 82 pounds to 112 pounds, marking a 30-pound gain.

“Last January was her lowest weight. ‘Eighty-two (82 lbs) was my lowest,’ Kris told me during a chat yesterday,” Dindo recounted.

Kris’s Own Words on Her Condition

Kris shared candidly about her current state:

“‘Today I am 112. But kuya Dindo, my arms and legs below my knees are still skinny—the weight is in my thighs. My arms are also still thin.’”

She also described a recent incident where her knees gave out:

“‘The other night before Bimb arrived, nurse Elle couldn’t hold me anymore, my knees gave out—I said, it’s okay just don’t let me land on my knees. So, I fell slowly on my behind because she was still holding my back.’”

Kris admitted to having no appetite at times but remains hopeful.

“‘No gana to eat today,’ she said. From her lowest weight of 82 lbs, she is now at 112 lbs.”

Clarifying the Diagnosis

Dindo also addressed rumors that Kris is cancer-free, clarifying that she has not had cancer but has been battling autoimmune diseases.

“She has not been sick with cancer. She is fighting autoimmune diseases,” he emphasized.

Summary

Kris Aquino’s health is steadily improving as she gains strength and weight while recuperating in a serene private resort. Though the road to full recovery remains challenging, the support of friends, family, and fans, along with her own resilience, continues to fuel her journey toward wellness.