Impacts of vitamin C and D supplement on COVID-19 treatment: possible patho-mechanisms and evidence from different countries

Background A balanced diet and nutrition greatly influence our immune system’s ability and regulate the risk and severity of infections. This review presented the possible patho-mechanisms of vitamins C and D in COVID-19 immunity. Main body Deregulation of the immune system including the decreased level of immune boosters is invariably reported in COVID-19. Vitamin C and vitamin D are among the immune boosters; homeostasis of those was found essential for fighting against the viruses, and COVID-19 is no exception. Statistical data strengthens the statements put forth on the effects of these vitamins regarding the complications, symptoms, and mortality. Short conclusion A comprehensive literature review revealed that vitamin C helps to reduce and in some cases eradicate the particular symptoms that pose major risks of COVID-19 while balanced vitamin D content in COVID-19 patients has been proved to possess a negative correlation with mortality..

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2023

Erschienen:

2023

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:17

Enthalten in:

Egyptian journal of bronchology - 17(2023), 1 vom: 20. Feb.

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Ahmed, Sohel [VerfasserIn]
Hossain, Mehrin [VerfasserIn]
Chakrabortty, Deepita [VerfasserIn]
Arafat, Kazi Ifthi [VerfasserIn]
Hosen, Mohammad Jakir [VerfasserIn]
Khan, Mohammad Mizanur Rahman [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

COVID-19
Mechanism
SARS-CoV-2
Treatment
Vitamin C
Vitamin D

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© The Author(s) 2023

doi:

10.1186/s43168-023-00186-6

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OLC2134062215