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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.

Why are mince pies so addictive?

Limbo research into how mince pies affect our metabolism.

Menopause metabolism-myth busting

Menopause is not something to be ashamed of. Rather it's time we celebrated and supported women through this natural life stage. And it’s definitely time we stopped treating menopause like an illness that can be cured.

A healthy mind in a healthy body

Every Limbo experience is different as the program is individualised for each member's body. In just over four months, Dermot has lost 28kg. We asked him to reflect on his experience of Limbo so far.

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 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.

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.

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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