stephen makinde, Author at Perfect Balance Clinic

29 Jan

Vegan, with a thyroid condition? Here are some interesting facts for you

At our clinic, we frequently encounter individuals who follow a vegan lifestyle while also managing thyroid conditions. Recognizing the significance of your diet in relation to your health is of utmost importance. This article aims to explore the profound influence of food on your autoimmune

28 Jan

What do fats do in my diet?

stephen makinde

Do you villainise fats? If so, you are not alone, until recently, fats in food have been demonised for the past few decades. Many people believe cutting out fats (regardless of them being good) help us get the outcome we want to achieve. The introduction

28 Jan

Will eating more calories make me gain weight?

stephen makinde

So what is a calorie? It is a measure of how much potential energy that food contains. Looking at our macronutrients, a gram of carbohydrate has 4 calories a gram of protein has 4 calories, and a gram of fat has 9 calories. However, the

27 Jan

Root Causes of Acne and what you can do about it

stephen makinde

For many people, acne is a sign of underlying inflammation or issues with the immune system. The most known causes for acne include diet, stress, hormone imbalance, poor sleep, infections and allergies. Some of the lesser-known causes of acne include gut bacteria, skin bacteria, and

24 Jan

Stress and weight gain without overeating

stephen makinde

Have you ever found yourself eating a burger and chips in the car on the way to a meeting? Or eating a tub of ice-cream when you are feeling down? You are not alone! Stress causes an increase in appetite, makes us retain the fat,

24 Jan

Root Causes of Acne and what you can do about it?

stephen makinde

Anyone who has acne has probably said they would try anything to get rid of it. You would do anything to cover it or hide it. Does that sound familiar to you? Read below- this article focuses on the root causes of acne and what

24 Jan

Your stomach pain may not be indigestion. Five other things you need to watch out for

stephen makinde

Are you getting a painful stomach and have been told it's just indigestion? Read below to find out what other things you need to watch out for when it comes to stomach aches, and what you can do to avoid this. Everyone has experienced the

22 Jan

Vegan, with a thyroid condition?

stephen makinde

Are you a vegan with a thyroid condition? Want to keep your symptoms at bay? Read below to find out how the food you eat impacts your autoimmune condition. What does the thyroid do? The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland found in the

22 Jan

What are the signs of a healthy digestive system?

stephen makinde

Do you think you have perfect digestion? Can you eat most foods without feeling bloated, crampy, or achey? Is going to the toilet once a day good or bad? Read below to find out what the signs of a healthy digestive system are, and what

20 Jan

What vitamins can I take to boost my energy?

stephen makinde

Do you feel rundown, slowed down, tired, or fatigued? Read below to find out what vitamins can boost your energy. Many factors can cause low energy for example, psychological (stress, depression, anxiety), physical (anaemia, an underactive thyroid, leaky gut syndrome, blood sugar imbalance, being overweight

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Vegan, with a thyroid condition? Here are some interesting facts for you

What do fats do in my diet?

Will eating more calories make me gain weight?

Root Causes of Acne and what you can do about it

Stress and weight gain without overeating

Root Causes of Acne and what you can do about it?

Your stomach pain may not be indigestion. Five other things you need to watch out for

Vegan, with a thyroid condition?

What are the signs of a healthy digestive system?

What vitamins can I take to boost my energy?

0800 0724 012

[email protected]

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