Recent evidence has revealed anti-inflammatory properties of vitamin D as well as extra-
skeletal activity. In this context, vitamin D seems to be involved in infections, autoimmune …

The prevalence of hypovitaminosis D has risen in developed countries over the past few
years in association with lifestyle changes and an increase in unhealthy habits. Vitamin D …

Like the obesity epidemic, our understanding of adipocytes and adipose tissue is
expanding. Just in the past decade, substantial advances have led to new insights into the …

Mineral oil is often used as a clinical trial placebo. Pharmaceutical-grade mineral oil consists
of a mixture of saturated hydrocarbons, with a purity and chemical structure that differs …

Abstract Purpose of Review Chronic low-grade inflammation may contribute to the onset and
progression of communicable and chronic diseases. This review examined the effects and …

Overweight and obesity are associated with vitamin D deficiency (VitD), which are both
important health problems. Reduced serum vitamin D levels has been registered in all …

Adipose tissue is the largest and most active endocrine organ, involved in regulating energy
balance, glucose and lipid homeostasis and immune function. Adipose tissue aging …

Vitamin D (VD) deficiency is a hallmark of obesity and vascular dysfunction. We sought to
test the hypothesis that VD deficiency may contribute to obesity-related vascular dysfunction …

Obesity is associated to chronic low-grade metabolic inflammation and hypovitaminosis D.
Among extra-skeletal effects, an important role in inflammation has been described for …

Obesity has been linked to vitamin D (VD) deficiency and low calcium (CAL) status. In the
last decade, dietary supplementation of vitamin D and calcium (VD–CAL) have been …