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VOL. 8, ISSUE 3 (2023)
Nutrition and post covid infection: A critical review
Authors
Ushasee Garai, Poulami Chakrabort, Mainak Sur, Souvik Tewari
Abstract
In December 2019, a novel coronavirus emerged in Wuhan, China, leading
to a global pandemic declaration by the WHO in March 2020. The disease exhibits
a wide range of symptoms, from mild to severe, including pneumonia and
multi-organ dysfunction. Some individuals experience prolonged post-COVID-19
syndrome with severe fatigue, malnourishment, and multi-organ impairments. To
support medical interventions, adopting a nutrient-rich diet and a healthy
lifestyle is crucial. Nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin
E, zinc, selenium along with omega-3 fatty acids genuinely accelerate the immune
responses that eventually helps in increasing antibody production, enhancing
cell-mediated immune activity to reduce inflammation, the severity and duration
of symptoms of post COVID-19 symptoms. It is very essential to maintain a
healthy weight and consume a balanced diet with ample amounts of
micronutrients, minerals, and probiotics or proper dietary supplements for
regular nutritional requirements to potentially combat the severity of
symptoms.
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Pages:66-73
How to cite this article:
Ushasee Garai, Poulami Chakrabort, Mainak Sur, Souvik Tewari "Nutrition and post covid infection: A critical review". International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol 8, Issue 3, 2023, Pages 66-73
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