Zinc and its impact on human health in conditions of covid-19 pandemic: What's new?.

ABSTRACT

The article is devoted to the role of the micronutrient zinc in maintaining health as well as in the formation of diseases. The data on the effect of zinc on the immune system, its participation in metabolic processes are presented, its anti-inflammatory effects and the effect on anti-infectious protection are highlighted. The reasons for the development of zinc-deficiency states, their clinical manifestations, as well as recommendations for correction are considered. On the base of modern research, the authors present the advantages of using zinc in SARS, including the prospects for its use in case of COVID-19.Copyright © 2021, Professionalnye Izdaniya. All rights reserved.