This review aims to interrogate the current evidence base, and to present the potential immune-mediating, antioxidant, and antimicrobial roles of vitamins A to E in the context of respiratory disease, and to ex
A functioning immune system is crucial in the fight against COVID-19. To maintain it, the body needs sufficient vitamins and other nutrients. Best Vitamins & Supplements to Boost Your Immune System Your immune system consists of a complex collection of cells, processes, and chemicals that constan...
There are a number of different ways that COVID-19 can leave its mark on the brain. Some are life-threatening — from severe brain-swelling to strokes. Other are a more subtle, and harder to diagnose, likeincreased forgetfulness, or trouble staying focused. No matter how mild, the neurolog...
COVID-19 SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic Immunomodulation Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin E Zinc Selenium Omega-3 1. Introduction Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a global public health concern caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and represents a significant threat to healthcare worldwide. It was fir...
A: RD is a man aged 48 years who is considering a zinc supplement to prevent COVID-19. He knows zinc is beneficial for the common cold and wonders whether taking it long term prevents COVID-19. RD has diabetes and hypertension but is otherwise healthy. What should the pharmacist recommend...
And the vitamer MK-4 plays a unique role in the fight against oxidative stress and inflammation.Research into the implication of Vitamin K and brain health is ongoing. But so far it is clear that this vitamin is crucial for the optimized brain....
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that the body needs to regulate cell growth, combat inflammation, and enhance immune function that may help your body to fight infection (even viral infections like coronavirus COVID-19 SARS-CoV-2). Vitamin D works with calcium to maintain strong, healthy ...
Vitamins A to E highlighted potentially beneficial roles in the fight against COVID-19 via antioxidant effects, immunomodulation, enhancing natural barriers, and local paracrine signaling. Level 1 and 2 evidence supports the use of thiamine, vitamin C, and vitamin D in COVID-like respiratory ...
Researchers are looking at the bioactive compound cordycepin to battleCOVID-19due to its antiviral activity. A few studies done in the lab have explored this, but it's not a confirmed treatment. Most of these studies have been on lab cultures or in animals. We still need more research with...