Coronavirus disease (SARS-CoV-2) threatens public health in our country. So far, no supplements such as food, supplements, minerals or vitamins have been shown to prevent or treat this epidemic alone. During this period, the immune system should be protected and supported with a healthy and balanced diet, physical activity and regular sleep.
Strong immunity reduces the risk of infection. So far, no food, supplements such as minerals or vitamins have been shown to prevent or treat this epidemic on their own. Although data and findings are conflicting when considering recent scientific data, current evidence suggests that supplementation with multiple micronutrients with immune-supporting roles may modulate immune function and reduce the risk of infection. He stated.
The micronutrients with the strongest evidence for immune support are vitamin C – D and zinc (Zn)
Use of Vitamin C and D
Although there is not enough evidence, if it is to be taken, 1200 IU / day or 10,000 IU / week can be taken for a few weeks during the winter months, since there is already Vitamin D deficiency. It can then be continued as 5000 IU/week (Influenza and COVID-19 Infections and Deaths, Nutrients 2020). Vitamin C was used in very high doses in China and some countries, it is not possible to take these doses with oral medications, so Vitamin C should be taken naturally. Since winter fruits are rich in vitamin C, which supports the immune system, the consumption of these fruits should be emphasized, and if possible, fresh lemon should be squeezed into meals.
Dr. Gökosmanoğlu stated that there is a lot of constant use of supplements such as medicines, any food, supplements, minerals and vitamins in the society, and there is no information or data showing that these are effective so far, therefore their consumption may cause greater health problems, because deaths may occur due to the collapse of the immune system to other organs. He said it was caused by.
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