An overview of vitamins and minerals in the prevention of COVID-19 infection

The COVID-19 pandemic originated from infection of SARS-CoV-2, is an important international public health concern, threatening to human life Infection with SARS-CoV-2 can be asymptomatic or can progress to severe disease with crucial respiratory symptoms and important pulmonary changes The pathological mechanisms underlying of COVID-19 are still unknown, and to date, suitable vaccines or antivirals have not been found for effective treatment for COVID-19 Therefore, reduction of the incidence or severity of infection are of vital importance, and alternative approaches should be explored like nutritional strategies for supporting immune functions Nutrients with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, may be preventive or attenuant the inflammatory outcomes related to COVID-19 In this review, an overview of some vitamins and minerals is presented in the prevention and management of COVID-19 infection In particular, we focused on the potential role of micronutrients such as vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc and selenium in all therapeutics, including prevention strategies and mitigation interventions for COVID-19