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How cold showers can burn fat

Can cold showers really help you lose weight? It’s one of the topics you’ll hear Limbo members discussing regularly, whether they love or hate the process, because they see the proof that it works. Let’s look into the science behind it.

Modern life, Stone Age metabolism

We're navigating a modern world with a Stone Age energy system and understanding that will help you get to sustainable weight loss.

Apple's glucose monitor - inevitable, not imminent

Apple will eventually include a blood glucose monitor in its watch. It's big news for health, and not just for diabetics. But don't expect it soon.

Welcome to “lifestyle intervention” version 2.0

In the world of weight loss, the phrase “lifestyle” is a loaded term. It's time to fundamentally rethink it.

Weight loss injectables – the cons outweigh the pros

Yes, the drugs work. But there's a big catch - stop taking them and the weight comes back. It's a life sentence.

The future of weight loss is data, not pharma

A quick history of the main approaches to weight loss and dieting from the 1800s to today.

Why we don’t talk diet with our doctors

Nutrition and lifestyle are associated with many chronic conditions, so why do we never discuss our diets with our doctors?

Eating fat doesn’t make you fat

Eating fat is not the reason that people gain weight. Eating sugar is. Find out more about why sugar and other carbohydrates are the main culprits in obesity epidemic.

How to beat cold and flu season

Forget what you think you know about fighting off colds; vitamin C, echinacea and decongestants aren’t the best way to keep yourself fit and healthy through the winter, and in the case of decongestants may even do more harm than good.

Fast Food 30 - the story behind the book

Fast Food 30 is a new book that tells you how to lose weight by navigating your way through the world of fast food and quick service meals. It was based on Limbo's research.

Why dieting doesn't work

Depending on the research you read, people try on average between 55 and 130 diets in their lifetime and even when they are successful, the weight loss is hard to maintain.

All weight loss requires ketosis

Ketosis has been portrayed as some sort of mythical state, but the truth is we're all in ketosis every day. Ketosis is the process of losing weight.

Weight loss shows belong in the past: Operation Misinformation

Oh dear, is it ‘new year new me’ time already? You know, that time when celebrities used to push their new weight loss DVDs. It’s also time for a new series of Operation Transformation, which – just like DVDs – should be consigned to the past.

The importance of protein in losing weight

When we think of weight loss we think about reducing our consumption, but in the case of protein it is important that we maintain a good level of intake to support weight loss and essential functions around our body. However, that doesn’t mean a diet of steak 3 times a day, the key is a range of protein sources.

John's revolution: 15kg lost and a brighter future

John's Limbo journey took him from serious illness to feeling more energised, and more healthy. He believes that he has given himself every chance of a longer, healthier life.

Maintaining your weight-loss goals through Christmas

Sticking to a weight-loss programme during the Christmas period can be hard, unless you know how to navigate the common pitfalls.

How the food industry hacks us for profit

The big food industry uses a variety of tricks to bypass our common sense, making it more difficult to make well-informed purchasing decisions.

The transformation that started it all – Pat Phelan

Pat Phelan embarked on a mission to turn his health around after falling into some bad eating habits, creating Limbo along the way.

Why our bodies are so good at gaining weight

Ever wondered why it's so easy to put on weight but so difficult to lose it? The answer lies in our Stone Age ancestry.

Gemma's revolution – ready for anything

Gemma started to gain weight while balancing life as a business leader and the demands of raising children. Despite trying many diets, Gemma wasn't seeing the results until she found Limbo.

The first step to losing weight: be honest with yourself

Being accountable to yourself is a major factor in sustaining any weight-loss efforts. Learning to be honest with yourself and not cheating is often the difference between success and failure.

The birth of a revolution

Our CEO, Rurik Bradbury, explains how one man's positive body transformation, guided by 30 years of research, gave rise to the Limbo service.

Why Limbo members never count calories

Calorie counting as a popular method of weight loss is inherently flawed because the concept of a calorie doesn't quite match up to how our bodies process energy.

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