SUMMARY BackgroundThe only therapy for coeliac disease (CD) is a long-term gluten-free diet (GFD). Little is known about the detailed composition of such a diet.

Background and Aims: The relationship between obesity, weight reduction, and future risk of colorectal cancer is not well understood. Therefore, we compared mucosal biomarkers in normal weight individuals [body mass index (BMI), 18.5-24.9 kg/m

Current guidelines for the timing of repeat biopsy after commencing a gluten free diet are unclear, although 4-6 months has been recommended. This study shows that time to histological recovery is longer than traditionally thought and may need to take into account the patient's age at diagnosis, the initial disease score and the level of compliance with a gluten free diet.