• Mithlesh Tiwari

Covid – 19 or Coronavirus was declared as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). And while the countries are grappling with imminent dangers that this virus poses to humanity, there are few key measures that individuals can take to fight this pandemic. While it is crucial to mention hygiene standards like washing your hands frequently, especially if you have travelled by public transport. Using an alcohol sanitizer, in case you are travelling to disinfect your hands, wearing a mask (cover your nose and mouth) and avoiding touching your hand or mouth. There are also certain methods to improve your immunity which is paramount at this juncture. Considering current pandemic of COVID-12 where no effective preventive and curative medicine available. A healthy immune system is the most important weapon against the viral infections. There are several vitamins and trace elements which are essential for the normal functioning of the immune system. Furthermore, supplementation of these have shown positive impact on enhancing immunity in viral infections. Vitamin A and D supplementation have increased the humeral immunity of paediatric patients following influenza vaccination. A high dose Zinc supplementation has shown immune enhancement of patients with torquetenovirus (TTV). Likewise, Selenium supplementation has shown a positive response after an influenza vaccination challenge. In addition to micronutrients, several herbal and probiotics also have shown effectiveness for treatment and prevention of viral infections. Moreover, several nutraceuticals and probiotics have also shown a supportive role in enhancing immune responses.

COVID, pandemic, WHO, Vitamins

"Role of Minerals and Vitamins as Immune Boosters for Covid -19", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 2, page no.e225-e231, February-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2202427.pdf

"Role of Minerals and Vitamins as Immune Boosters for Covid -19", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 2, page no. ppe225-e231, February-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2202427.pdf