Vitamin D and inflammatory bowel disease: what do we know so far?

In the last years,several studies have focused on the involement of vitamin D in different physiological and pathological processes. One of the most interesting actions occurs in the Inflammatory bowel disease, where a higher prevalence of vitamin D deficiency has been observed. This study aimed to review the literature in order to explain its relationship with the disease, the risk factors, measuring the importance of sun exposure, describing how treatments are affected or observing the effect of vitamin supplementation in this type of patients.

Changes in gastric emptying of digestible solids in professional cyclists: relationship with exercise intensity.

We share the preliminary results of a study we are conducting about the relation between gastric emptying and physical activity. It is a subject not well known, and so far studied with different methodologies and with discordant results. The aim of this letter is to communicate our results, which can be very useful in future nutritional programs in athletes.

A legal issue with dental prostheses and their possible complications.

After observing two cases of dental prostheses impacted in esophagus, fortunately solved by means of endoscopy, we have revised the current legislation in Spain. Knowing the present design of the prostheses and in accordance with the legislation, we consider some modifications must be performed in order to lower the risk of such complications. We want to raise an issue about this topic, often underestimated, and with a significant impact for the patients.