Posts by Tina Lond-Caulk

New Government Guidelines ‘Vitamin D supplements advised for everyone’, ran the BBC headline back in July, citing the government backed research now recommending that everyone should be getting at least 10 micrograms of the nutrient every single day. What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is known as ‘The Sunshine Vitamin’. This is because sunlight is…

For most of us, weekdays involve an endless to-do list with plenty of commitments to work, family and friends. This leaves very little time to focus on planning and preparing healthy meals which can leave even the best-intentioned of us relying on more processed foods or ready meals. It doesn’t have to be this way!…

  How to increase thermogenesis (fat burning) Protein Protein takes more energy for the body to process, as opposed to fats or carbs, so the thermic effect of protein is high in comparison to other foods, at a rate of about 20 to 35% of calories burned per meal. Aim to eat one of these…

Definition of stress Understanding what stress actually is and what you can do if your health is affected by it is essential for living an optimally healthy life. My best definition of stress is anything that prompts your body to mount a ‘stress response’. In response to stress, your heart rate increases, and blood vessels…

Does sleep matter? Sleep is food for the brain. During sleep, important body functions and brain activity occur. Skipping sleep can be harmful; you can look bad, you may feel moody and you perform poorly. Sleepiness can make it hard to get along with your family and friends and hurt your scores on school exams,…

Many of my clients now choose to take a simple salivary swob to get their DNA analysed, from there I can create a bespoke lifestyle and dietary protocol, which can unlock the potential for your body to live without many diseases that are prevalent today.  Why is it a good idea to learn about our…

  In China, a woman’s menopause is called the ‘second spring’. It is viewed as a positive life stage. Northern Thailand have one of the few examples of a menopause ceremony. While it is universal to celebrate births and weddings, the Meo have developed their own ritual to celebrate menopause in an older woman. It is…

What is PMS?   Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is the physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms that often occur in the days before a teenager’s or woman’s monthly period. Also known as premenstrual tension (PMT), symptoms will vary from woman to woman. Symptoms typically occur in the two weeks before the period starts, improving and easing once…