Micronutrients, immunity and COVID-19: A narrative review

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https://doi.org/10.35454/rncm.v4n3.184

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Immunity, Vitamins, Minerals, Coronavirus Infections, SARSCoV- 2

Abstract

The therapeutic options for the clinical treatment of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are limited and there is still no vaccine that is capable of protecting against the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In addition, we must add the existence of a group of people who are more vulnerable to the disease, such as the elderly and people with chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure.

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Published

2020-12-29

How to Cite

Restrepo, J. (2020). Micronutrients, immunity and COVID-19: A narrative review. Journal Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, 4(3), 35–50. https://doi.org/10.35454/rncm.v4n3.184

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