THE IMPORTANCE OF VITAMIN C AND D IN CARONAVIRUS

Authors

  • Kucharova Inobat Sharofovna Tashkent Pharmaceutical Institute, Senior Lecturer, Department of Organic and Biological Chemistry, Candidate of Biological Sciences
  • Allanazarova Mohira Baxtiyor qizi Student of the Faculty of Industrial Pharmacy of the Tashkent Pharmaceutical Institute

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/UD5Z9

Keywords:

Vitamins C and D,, COVID-19 pandemic,, Dietary supplementation

Abstract

Some nutrients play key roles in maintaining the integrity and function of the immune system, presenting synergistic actions in steps determinant for the immune response. Among these elements, zinc and vitamins C and D stand out for having immunomodulatory functions and for playing roles in preserving physical tissue barriers. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic, nutrients that can optimize the immune system to prevent or lower the risk of severe progression and prognosis of this viral infection become relevant. Thus, the present review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the roles of zinc and vitamins C and D in the immune response to viral infections, focusing on the synergistic action of these nutrients in the maintenance of physical tissue barriers, such as the skin and mucous membranes.

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Published

2021-06-29

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 06 (2021): wos

Section

Articles