The potential role of zinc, magnesium and selenium against COVID-19: a pragmatic review

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Several studies have analyzed the role of antioxidant minerals as positive modulators of the immune system in facing viral infections. We discuss their possible protective role in Sars-Cov 2 infection selecting minerals for which literature provides most evidences, such as zinc (Zn), magnesium (Mg), and selenium (Se).DISCUSSION: All these minerals have a role in modulating antiviral and antibacterial immunity and to regulate the inflammatory response. Their deficiency is associated with a higher prevalence of respiratory tract infections andendothelial dysfunction. These features are related to COVID-19 pathophysiology.CONCLUSIONS: It seems that an optimal micronutrient status in terms of Zn, Mg and Se, is able to effectively strengthen the immune system during the COVID-19 infection. Anyway, further studies are necessary. [ FROM AUTHOR] Copyright of Child & Adolescent Obesity (2574254X) is the property of Taylor & Francis Ltd and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full . (Copyright applies to all s.)