SANTOS, K. C. O.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/7173358785298780; SANTOS, kênnia Crisley Oliveira.
Resumo:
Pandemics are characterized by being infectious diseases spread around the world, almost
simultaneously. At the end of 2019, the current pandemic caused by the SARS- Cov-2
virus appears, triggering COVID-19, with high rates of virulence. Associated symptoms
range from common colds to severe symptoms such as acute respiratory syndrome, which
can lead to death. The disease caused by the new coronavirus has had repercussions in all
areas of life. Nutrition has a significant impact on the treatment and prevention of viral
diseases, such as COVID-19, as it favors, through healthy eating habits, an immune
system resistant to the action of pathogens, as well as helping to prevent future infections.
The present study aimed to track potential scientific evidence related to the effectiveness
of some nutrients in coping with COVID-19. Thus, several studies demonstrate the
efficiency and effectiveness of nutrients for a proper functioning of the immune system
itself, with a high potential in modulating the immune system's immune responses. Some
of the highlighted nutrients for this purpose were vitamins (A, C, B, D), mineral salts such
as iron, selenium and zinc, consumed in the diet or through supplementation. Finally, it
can be concluded that nutrition plays a fundamental role in fighting viral infections
through healthy eating. It is necessary to develop further studies on the subject, in search
of more information on the functionality of nutrients in the treatment and prevention of
viral diseases.