Nutrition and Covid-19 epidemic

Proper nutrition is an essential part of an individual’s defence against numerous diseases including coronavirus disease SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19). Nutritional status of individual is affected by several factors such as age, sex, health status, physical activity, life style and medications. Optimal nutr...

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Autores principales:	Tanja PAJK ŽONTAR, Rajko VIDRIH
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Publicado:	University of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Faculty 2021
Materias:	nutrition covid-19 immune system nutrients vitamins elements antioxidants omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids Agriculture S
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spelling	oai:doaj.org-article:b49f7347fd50495b8c7096cf4299c1d52021-11-10T09:25:10ZNutrition and Covid-19 epidemic1581-91751854-194110.14720/aas.2021.117.2.1980https://doaj.org/article/b49f7347fd50495b8c7096cf4299c1d52021-07-01T00:00:00Zhttp://ojs.aas.bf.uni-lj.si/index.php/AAS/article/view/1980https://doaj.org/toc/1581-9175https://doaj.org/toc/1854-1941Proper nutrition is an essential part of an individual’s defence against numerous diseases including coronavirus disease SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19). Nutritional status of individual is affected by several factors such as age, sex, health status, physical activity, life style and medications. Optimal nutrition and dietary nutrient intake impact the immune system, therefore the sustainable way to survive in current context is to strengthen the immune system. Inadequate intake of energy, protein, and specific micronutrients are associated with depressed immune function and increased susceptibility to infection. Predominantly vital for the encouraging of immune function are elements selenium, iron and zinc and vitamins A, D, C, E, B6, B9 (folate) and B12 as well as omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Thus, during this time it is important to take care of nutritional habits, following a healthy and balanced nutritional pattern containing a high amount of elements, antioxidants and vitamins. It is also recommended, that individuals should be mindful of physical activity, known to be associated with all-cause mortality. Regular physical activity also improves mental health and overall feelings of wellbeing. Thus, now in the time of epidemic, more than ever, wider access to healthy foods should be a top priority for governments around the worldTanja PAJK ŽONTARRajko VIDRIHUniversity of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Facultyarticlenutritioncovid-19immune systemnutrientsvitaminselementsantioxidantsomega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acidsAgricultureSENSLActa Agriculturae Slovenica, Vol 117, Iss 2, Pp 1-7 (2021)
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topic	nutrition covid-19 immune system nutrients vitamins elements antioxidants omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids Agriculture S
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description	Proper nutrition is an essential part of an individual’s defence against numerous diseases including coronavirus disease SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19). Nutritional status of individual is affected by several factors such as age, sex, health status, physical activity, life style and medications. Optimal nutrition and dietary nutrient intake impact the immune system, therefore the sustainable way to survive in current context is to strengthen the immune system. Inadequate intake of energy, protein, and specific micronutrients are associated with depressed immune function and increased susceptibility to infection. Predominantly vital for the encouraging of immune function are elements selenium, iron and zinc and vitamins A, D, C, E, B6, B9 (folate) and B12 as well as omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Thus, during this time it is important to take care of nutritional habits, following a healthy and balanced nutritional pattern containing a high amount of elements, antioxidants and vitamins. It is also recommended, that individuals should be mindful of physical activity, known to be associated with all-cause mortality. Regular physical activity also improves mental health and overall feelings of wellbeing. Thus, now in the time of epidemic, more than ever, wider access to healthy foods should be a top priority for governments around the world
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Nutrition and Covid-19 epidemic

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