UPDATE: Melvin Odoom has officially ruled out a return to the jungle, calling his experience on I’m A Celebrity one of the “scariest” of his life. The 45-year-old radio and TV star, who participated in the ITV reality show last year, described the challenges he faced as “tough” and confirmed he will not be joining the all-star edition filmed in South Africa, stating, “one and done” for him.
In a candid interview, Odoom revealed the harsh realities of jungle life, saying, “The first few days… I couldn’t sleep leading up to it.” He admitted that the extreme weather conditions and lack of control were major struggles, noting, “There’s no clocks, there’s no watches. Sometimes you don’t know what day it is.” His comments highlight the mental and physical toll the competition can take on contestants.
Odoom’s dramatic weight loss was also a significant part of his jungle journey. He entered the competition weighing 71 kg and emerged at just 64 kg, joking that it was the first time he had seen his abs in ages. He described the basic diet of rice and beans as “so hard” due to its blandness, but acknowledged the experience as “the greatest detox ever.”
Reflecting on life after the jungle, Odoom shared how the experience has transformed his lifestyle. “You don’t have your phone, there’s no screen time,” he said, explaining how he felt liberated from technology. When he received his phone back after the show, he initially hesitated to turn it on, emphasizing the refreshing disconnect from the digital world.
Odoom is currently advocating for health and wellness alongside fellow DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams as part of the NHS’s Healthy Choices Quiz. This free, five-minute quiz helps individuals evaluate their lifestyle choices and offers personalized health plans. He shared, “As I’ve got older, staying healthy has become a bigger priority,” noting his commitment to running and reducing alcohol consumption.
His participation in the quiz has provided him with a renewed focus on nutrition, particularly concerning fiber intake. “Eating better is still a work in progress,” he admitted, highlighting the ongoing journey toward better health.
What’s next? Fans of I’m A Celebrity can look forward to the all-star edition airing soon, but for Melvin Odoom, his jungle days are firmly behind him. Stay tuned for updates on his health journey and further developments from the show.
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