ABSTRACT
Selenium is an essential trace element that humans cannot produce, hence it must be regularly acquired through diet. The selenium content of plant-derived foods greatly depends on the the selenium content of the soil;plants such as garlic can accumulate it. Concentrations of 100 g/bulb can be achieved by multiple application of fertilizers during the plant's growth phase, but because of selenium's toxicity at higher doses, caution is advised. The German Society for Nutrition (Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Ernahrung, DGE) reference values for adequate selenium intake is 60 g/day for women, and 70 g/day for men. Selenium-enriched garlic can help ensure to meet this requirement, which in turn would strengthen the immune system to defend against coronavirus infections.