VITAMIN C
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is currently making significant waves regarding its effectiveness on COVID-19 infections. It is crucial for immune responses. It has important anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral properties. There are several theories about how high levels of vitamin C favorably modulate host responses to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). One theory is that patients may develop a vitamin C deficiency as a result of a prolonged infection such as with COVID-19 infections. Ongoing, active infection can consume our body’s vitamin C very quickly hence it is less effective in repairing the damage done by an overwhelmed immune response. At high vitamin C levels however, it is suspected that vitamin C tends to destroy viruses and bacteria much more quickly. Additionally, at “very high vitamin C, the body may create free radicals that destroy viruses and bacteria”, stated the Linus Pauling Institution at the Oregon University.
While Vitamin C hasn’t been reported to cure COVID-19, it does have the ability to fight bodily infections and it’s recommended to have a good immune system so you can be at a lower risk for contracting the coronavirus. Suggested dose for adults is 1000 mg by mouth 3 times daily.
- Peppers
- Strawberry
- Broccoli
- Potatoes
SOURCES OF VITAMIN C
It is important to remember that vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and is relatively nontoxic. High doses in short interval may result in gastrointestinal concerns, which may result in diarrhoea. Suggested adult dose is 1000 mg by mouth 3 times daily for COVID-19 infection.
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