COVID-19 has been a devastating pandemic tearing through society, and concern of this infection is far from over. Thanks to increased vaccinations, and routine practice of general hygiene and safety precautions, many people have found protection. Despite best efforts however, COVID-19 is still spreading around the globe.
It is of the utmost importance that should you be experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or are concerned about a recent exposure, that you get yourself tested and seek care from your healthcare provider.
For more information on COVID-19 and how to protect yourself – click here for current CDC recommendations.
Beyond vaccines, hygiene and safety, hospitalization if needed, and prescription treatments, What More Can We Do?
New information has come to light regarding supplement use and support of the immune system to aid in treatment and recovery. “Supplementation with vitamins C and D, zinc, quercetin, and melatonin has been found to be beneficial against infectious diseases by regulating the immune system.” 1
Keep reading to learn how these supplements help:
Vitamin D helps protects the lungs and airways, boosting the body’s natural defenses, promoting antiviral activity. This results in lower infection rates and better outcomes.
- 1000-6000 IU/day of Vitamin D-3 is recommended during COVID-19 infection
Vitamin C aids in defending against oxidative stress, supporting the immune system, and protecting the body from inflammatory complications, particularly in advanced COVID-19 infection. Ultimately, Vitamin C seems to reduce the intensity of COVID-19 symptoms and shorten the time of illness.
- A max of 2000mg of Vitamin C per day is suggested
Quercetin, a plant flavonoid found in many vegetables, has benefits in helping to regulate the immune system, having anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, and further can aid in protecting the body from formation of dangerous blood clots during COVID-19. The role Quercetin plays for possible treatment of severe inflammation and life-threatening complications of COVID-19 is profound.
- 1000mg/day of Quercetin is recommended during COVID-19 infection
Zinc is an essential trace mineral, and has dual benefit of boosting the body’s natural immune system, as well as directly inhibiting the growth of coronaviruses in the body acting as an antiviral. Zinc seems to aid the body in recovery from viral infection.
- 50mg of elemental Zinc twice a day is suggested
Melatonin, naturally produced in the body, and often used for benefits relating to sleep, is a powerful antioxidant, and more specifically, helps protect the lungs from dangerous inflammation during COVID-19 infection. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Melatonin, may help prevent and treat COVID-19 infection.
- Dosing of up to 25mg nightly is recommended (usual dose 1-10mg per night)
*** Bottom Line: Supplementation with vitamins D and C, zinc, quercetin, and melatonin has antiviral effects, may boost immune response, and may reduce the severity and complications of COVID-19 infection.
For more information about how these supplements may protect you, click here.
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