RT Journal Article
T1 A review of the role of micronutrients and bioactive compounds on immune system improvement to fight against the covid-19 disease
A1 Cámara Hurtado, María De La Montaña
A1 Sánchez Mata, María De Cortes
A1 Fernández Ruiz, Virginia
A1 Cámara Hurtado, Rosa María
A1 Cebadera Miranda, María Elena
A1 Domínguez Díaz, Laura
A2 Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 
AB Micronutrients are critical for an adequate function of the immune system and play a vital role in promoting health and nutritional well-being. The present work is aimed at reviewing (1) the role of micronutrients in helping the immune system to fight against the COVID-19 disease through the diet with food or food supplements and (2) the potential use of food health claims regarding immune function according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) requirements. Till date, there are some health claims authorized by the European Commission that refer to the role of certain essential nutrients (vitamins B6, B9, B12, A, D, C, and Cu, Fe, Se) to contribute to the proper functioning of the immune system. Vitamins D, C, Zn, and Se, have been thoroughly studied as a strategy to improve the immune system to fight against COVID-19 disease. From all the micronutrients, Vitamin D is the one with more scientific evidence suggesting positive effects against COVID-19 disease as it is linked to a reduction of infection rates, as well as an improved outcomes in patients. To validate scientific evidence, different clinical trials are ongoing currently, with promising preliminary results although inconclusive yet.
PB mdpi
SN 2304-8158
YR 2021
FD 2021-05-14
LK https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/97329
UL https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/97329
LA eng
NO Special Issue Natural Products and Bioactive Compounds to Help in the Fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic
NO UCM-Santander
NO UCM-Fundación Sabor y Salud
NO UCM ALIMNOVA Research Group
DS Docta Complutense
RD 5 abr 2025