NUTRACEUTICALS IN THE PREVENTION OF VIRAL INFECTIONS, INCLUDING COVID-19

Over a year after its onset, the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is still making its presence felt worldwide.
The difficult to contain the spread of SARS-CoV-2 it is related to the asymptomatic nature of a large percentage of infections, the high transmissibility of the virus, and its spread by direct contact, especially indoors.
Sales of dietary supplements and nutraceuticals have increased during the pandemic due to their perceived “immune-boosting” effects. New studies show that nutritional supplements, including several vitamins and the mineral zinc, may be useful in preventing the infection or reducing its severity if caught.

Probiotics and Prebiotics, Resveratrol, Hesperidin, Quercetin, Lactoferrin, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, Vitamin A, Omega-3 (Ω-3) Fatty Acids, Vitamin K