HEALTH NEWS
Study Title:
The association between serum levels of micronutrients and the severity of disease in patients with COVID-19.
Study Abstract
Objectives: This study aimed to compare the serum level of micronutrients with normal amounts, and assess their association with the severity of disease and inflammatory cytokines in patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Methods: The present cross-sectional study included 60 patients admitted to the intensive care unit with COVID-19. We recorded data on demographic characteristics, anthropometric information, and medical history. Serum levels of inflammatory markers (erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, interferon-gamma, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-6), vitamins (A, B9, B12, C, D, E), and minerals (magnesium, zinc, iron) were measured. A radiologist assessed the severity of lung involvement according to patient computed tomography scans. The severity of illness was evaluated with the Acute Physiologic Assessment and Chronic Health Evaluation (APACHE) score, oxygen saturation, and body temperature. Independent associations among the serum levels of micronutrients with the severity of COVID-19 were measured.
Results: Median patient age was 53.50 years (interquartile range, 12.75 years). Except for vitamin A and zinc, serum levels of other micronutrients were lower than the minimum normal. Patients with APACHE score ≥25 had a higher body mass index (P = 0.044), body temperature (P = 0.003), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (P = 0.008), C-reactive protein (P = 0.003), and lower oxygen saturation (P = 0.005), serum levels of vitamin D (P = < 0.001), and zinc (P = < 0.001) compared with patients with APACHE score
Conclusions: Lower serum levels of vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium were involved in severe COVID-19.
Study Information
Nutrition. 2021 Jun 24;91-92:111400. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2021.111400. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34388583; PMCID: PMC8223004.Full Study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34388583/Recent News
Arabinogalactan Boosts Lymph Flow and Immunity
Protect Your Gut Mucosal Barrier for Immune Health and Vitality
The Truth About Sugar Substitutes: Are Stevia, Sucralose, and Saccharin Safe?
Boost Your Digestive Power for Better Nutrient Absorption and Gut Health
MTHFR Gene and The Importance of Methyl B12 and Methyl Folate