If you're anything like me, you hate the cold 🥶 Yes, I was born on the Island of Jamaica. So genetically I am averse to cold weather. However, if I had to lose weight for something and I had no time to do it, the first thing I would start doing is.... cold plunges. Now hear me out, you may have heard of this new "trend". But hot/cold treatments have been around since the existence of water. Here are the top 3 reasons why ice baths are touted as a weight loss secret: 1. Activates Brown Fat (Thermogenesis) Cold exposure from ice baths stimulates brown adipose tissue (BAT), a type of fat that burns calories to generate heat. Unlike white fat, which stores energy, brown fat burns energy and increases metabolism. This process, called non-shivering thermogenesis, can significantly boost calorie expenditure, contributing to weight loss over time. 2. Reduces Inflammation and Enhances Recovery Ice baths help reduce inflammation and muscle soreness, allowing you to recover faster from workouts. When you're less sore, you can train more consistently and intensely, which is critical for maintaining a calorie deficit and accelerating fat loss. This makes them an indirect but powerful tool in weight management. 3. Suppresses Appetite Cold exposure can influence appetite-regulating hormones, such as leptin and ghrelin, potentially reducing hunger. Many people find they naturally eat less after regular ice baths, which can help sustain a calorie deficit more comfortably. Now that you know this amazing secret, how many of you are going to start doing cold plunges?