Immunity Enhancement by Micronutrients to Mitigate the Pathological Effects Induced by the SARS-Cov-2 Infection

Abstract

Coronavirus has held humanity hostage since 2020 and its dominance continues with emerging variants. Although various medications and vaccines are available world-wide but none can prevent the disease, focusing our attention to modalities which can help in strengthening the immune system. The fact of the matter is the COVID-19 infection hampers the immune system through various inflammatory responses. Hence, the need of the hour is to emphasise on balanced diet which includes vitamins along with macro and micronutrients which would be beneficial in prevention of various infections. The paper discusses the available data on the role of minerals and vitamins in the COVID-19 treatment. The functioning of immune system is compromised when the vitamins and mineral content are deficient. The minerals and vitamins can be used as preventive measures to reduce the mortality and morbidity rates in patients with the viral infection.