* I suffered from tendonitis in the shoulder for six months last year, and for a shorter period the previous year. In my case, it was ‘calcific tendonitis’ due to a build-up of calcium crystals. I discovered it can be caused by excess caffeine, protein or alcohol consumption. For me, a couple of strong coffees a day was the likely culprit. I’ve cut down heavily on my coffee consumption and the problem has completely disappeared. A colleague at work also suffered when on the Atkins Diet - i.e. too much protein. - Pauline Powell