The most important vitamins and minerals used in Covid-19

1. The most important vitamins and
minerals used in Covid-19
Prepared
By
Cl.ph: JosephTalaatWilliam
Clinical Pharmacist in Assiut University Hospitals

5. The most important vitamins and
minerals used in Covid-19

6. Vitamin C.
 This vitamin has been hailed for years as a
go-to source for aiding the immune
system. vitamin C is vital for the health of
leukocytes, a type of white blood cells
that help fight infections. It’s particularly
important during a pandemic.
recommends adults dose take a
supplement of 1000 mg twice every day.

7. Vitamin D
 Most often we get our vitamin D through the sun, but
throughout this time, studies have shown that low
levels of vitamin D have been associated with a
greater risk of developing respiratory conditions in
adults and children.
 In fact, studies have begun to show that people with
vitamin D deficiencies are at a higher risk of getting
infected by the COVID-19 virus.The time to act is
now.
 recommended dose adults take a supplement of
vitamin D3 of 1000 International Units (IU) once or
twice per day, consumed during meals.

8. Zinc
 zinc is crucial for normal development
and functioning of cells mediating part of
the immune system. that increased
concentrations of zinc can inhibit the
replication of viruses like poliovirus and
SARS-coronavirus.
 recommended adults dose take a zinc
supplement of 40 mg or less once a day.

9. Selenium
 Selenium is a mineral with a variety of
uses, including preventing bird flu and
swine flu.A potent antioxidant, selenium
can boost immune function, except in
those with autoimmune disorders, who
could experience a negative impact on
their immune system.

10. Other vitamins
 Vitamin A. recommended consuming the vitamin
through foods including milk, dairy products and eggs,
as well as orange and yellow fruits.
 Vitamin B3 (Niacin). This vitamin helps the
immune system by reducing inflammation and damage
to the lungs, Foods high inVitamin B3 include chicken,
meats, fish, grains, beans and legumes and nuts.
 Vitamin B9 (folate and folic acid) – studies have
shown this vitamin can prevent respiratory infections
in children,You can consume foods with folate in leafy
greens like spinach and folic acid in fortified foods
including pasta and bread.

11. Other things
 Garlic
Garlic’s antiviral properties may be helpful in
reducing the severity of symptoms in colds, flu
or COVID-19 infections.
In one study, people who took garlic
supplements during cold season caught fewer
colds than those who took placebo pills. Garlic
may also shorten the duration of a cold.While
you can eat garlic fresh, you can also take it in
the form of a supplement.

12.  Licorice root
Licorice root, when used as a gargle, may be
used to soothe the pain of a sore throat, a
common symptom of coronavirus,
according to a 2009 study in the journal
Anesthesia & Analgesia.Additionally, licorice
root can loosen congestion and reduce
inflammation.You can also chew a piece of
licorice root or drink it as a tea.

13. Curcumin
 Curcumin is derived from the Curcuma
longa plant, commonly known as turmeric.
Curcumin is used in Ayurvedic and
Chinese medicine for its analgesic, anti-
inflammatory, and antiseptic activity.
Curcumin can help fight inflammation and
aid the body’s immune response.