Key Findings in the Study
- COVID-19 and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are linked via inflammation
- Underlying conditions in COVID-19 related deaths are inflammation-induced
- A balanced diet can ameliorate chronic inflammation in NCDs, which may also reduce the risk of severe infection
- A balanced and healthy diet that provides adequate intake of essential nutrients will prevent nutrient deficiencies, reduce inflammation, and may reduce the severity of patient complications
- Despite the high number of unknowns in relation to COVID-19, the best strategies to prevent infection are to follow public health guidelines and to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle
Read more: https://www.ul.ie/news-centre/news/university-limerick-study-shows-healthy-diet-could-reduce-risk-severe-covid-19
Zabetakis, I., Lordan, R., Norton, C. and Tsoupras, A., 2020. COVID-19: The Inflammation Link and the Role of Nutrition in Potential Mitigation. Nutrients, 12(5), p.1466. DOI: 10.3390/nu12051466
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