scholarly journals Nutrition strategy for patients under conditions of the coronavirus infection pandemic (SARS-COV-2)

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-17
Author(s):  
Anna V. Turusheva
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Immune Function ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Mitigation Strategy ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Coronavirus Infection ◽  
Diet And Lifestyle ◽  
Nutrition Strategy

In this review, we discuss about nutritional status and the role of diet and lifestyle in patients with SARS-COV-2 infection. This review speculates the importance of nutrition as a mitigation strategy to support immune function amid the coronavirus pandemic, identifying food groups and key nutrients of importance that may affect the outcomes of respiratory infections.

scholarly journals COVID-19: The Inflammation Link and the Role of Nutrition in Potential Mitigation

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1466 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ioannis Zabetakis ◽  
Ronan Lordan ◽  
Catherine Norton ◽  
Alexandros Tsoupras
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Patient Outcomes ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Significant Loss ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Chronic Lung Diseases

The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has engulfed the world, affecting more than 180 countries. As a result, there has been considerable economic distress globally and a significant loss of life. Sadly, the vulnerable and immunocompromised in our societies seem to be more susceptible to severe COVID-19 complications. Global public health bodies and governments have ignited strategies and issued advisories on various handwashing and hygiene guidelines, social distancing strategies, and, in the most extreme cases, some countries have adopted “stay in place” or lockdown protocols to prevent COVID-19 spread. Notably, there are several significant risk factors for severe COVID-19 infection. These include the presence of poor nutritional status and pre-existing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes mellitus, chronic lung diseases, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), obesity, and various other diseases that render the patient immunocompromised. These diseases are characterized by systemic inflammation, which may be a common feature of these NCDs, affecting patient outcomes against COVID-19. In this review, we discuss some of the anti-inflammatory therapies that are currently under investigation intended to dampen the cytokine storm of severe COVID-19 infections. Furthermore, nutritional status and the role of diet and lifestyle is considered, as it is known to affect patient outcomes in other severe infections and may play a role in COVID-19 infection. This review speculates the importance of nutrition as a mitigation strategy to support immune function amid the COVID-19 pandemic, identifying food groups and key nutrients of importance that may affect the outcomes of respiratory infections.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF ASSESSMENT AND CORRECTION OF NUTRITIONAL STATUS IN A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO COVID-19 PATIENT WITH METABOLIC DISORDERS: Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 152-156
Author(s):  
S.V. Ivanchenko ◽  
O.M. Kovalyova ◽  
A.B. Andrusha
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Inpatient Treatment ◽  
Metabolic Disorders ◽  
Clinical Course ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
The Body ◽  
Analytical Review ◽  
Human Immune ◽  
The Relationship

The article is devoted to the problem of coronavirus disease COVID-19 with emphasis on the nutritional status of patients. An analytical review of recent publications related to aspects of nutritional support for people in outpatient and inpatient treatment for COVID-19 is presented. The article highlights the pathogenetic justification of the relationship between the immune response and metabolic balance of the body, the optimal content of trace elements, vitamins, components of lipid metabolism. The importance of nutrition as a strategy to support human immune function is considered. Methods for determining the adequate energy balance of patients with severe COVID-19 are presented. Groups of foods and key nutrients that may affect the consequences and clinical course of respiratory infections are described. The importance of assessing and optimizing nutritional status to improve the clinical course and consequences of COVID-19 in patients with comorbid pre-existing non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity with systemic inflammation, is emphasized.

VITAMIN-D LEVELS: NANO SOLDIERS AGAINST nCOVID-19 MEGA BATTLES

2021 ◽  
pp. 53-54
Author(s):  
Neelam Das
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Short Review ◽  
Shielding Effect ◽  
Magic Bullet ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
The Past ◽  
Vitamin D Levels ◽  
Coronavirus Infection

Presently the world is battling a deadly pandemic without any effective licenced drugs or biologics to vanquish SARSCoV-2. The experience of managing the past viral aetiological outbreaks has been extrapolated to nCOVID-19, yet its effectiveness is uncertain. This connotation invokes a potential insight to focus upon those elements and etiquettes which are an integral part of our life and expound for nCOVID-19 treatment. This further impels us to consider our food as a time-tested medicine. In a study, a decrease in Vitamin-D levels accounted for the bovine coronavirus infection in calves. Interestingly it paves the way for exploring the role of Vitamin-D as an accessible 'magic bullet' against nCOVID-19. Currently, its metabolism and immunomodulatory characterization are well-established. In fact, the studies have described an inverse relationship between Vitamin-D level and respiratory infections. This further substantiates for understanding its shielding effect against nCOVID-19. Few researchers have recommended dosage of Vitamin-D intake among adult and highrisk individuals including front-liners. However, the enforcement of this potent nutritional ergogenic calls for dose rationalisation with due effectivity and safety based on large randomized controlled trials. This short review highlights the important scientic link between Vitamin D levels and susceptibility to COVID-19 in patients.

scholarly journals Using portable air purifiers to reduce airborne transmission of infectious respiratory viruses - a computational fluid dynamics study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liwei Guo ◽  
Ryo Torii ◽  
Ruth Epstein ◽  
John Rubin ◽  
Jonathan P Reid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Respiratory Viruses ◽  
Mitigation Strategy ◽  
Cfd Modelling ◽  
Airborne Transmission ◽  
Air Purifier ◽  
Set Up

Aerosols and droplets generated from expiratory events play a critical role in the transmission of infectious respiratory viruses. Increasingly robust evidence has suggested the crucial role of fine aerosols in airborne transmission of respiratory diseases, which is now widely regarded as an important transmission path of COVID-19. In this report, we used CFD modelling to investigate the efficiency of using portable air purifiers containing HEPA filters to reduce airborne aerosols in hospitals and serve as a potential retrofit mitigation strategy. We used a consulting room to set up our simulations because currently the clearance time between consultations is the controlling factor that limits the patient turnover rate. The results suggest the inlet/suction of the air purifier unit should be lifted above the floor to achieve better clearance efficiency, with up to 40% improvement possible. If multiple air purifiers are used, the combined efficiency can increase to 62%. This work provides practical guidance on a mitigation strategy that can be easily implemented in an expedient, cost-effective and rapid manner, and paves the way for developing more science-informed strategies to mitigate the airborne transmission of respiratory infections in hospitals.

scholarly journals Vitamin D deficiency as a factor for immunity stimulation and lower risk of acute respiratory infections and COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 295-303 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. L. Karonova ◽  
M. A. Vashukova ◽  
D. A. Gusev ◽  
K. A. Golovatuk ◽  
E. N. Grineva
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Viral Infections ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Therapeutic Agents ◽  
Acute Respiratory Infections ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Prophylactic Measures ◽  
Coronavirus Infection

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the efforts of many researchers around the world are aimed at finding preventive and prophylactic measures as well as therapeutic agents against SARS-CoV-2. Recent studies have showed that vitamin D deficiency could be one of many factors associated with the development and severity of acute respiratory infections, and vitamin D could be used for prevention and treatment of these patients. This review summarizes data about the role of vitamin D in the pathogenesis and prevention of respiratory viral infections, including new coronavirus infection as well as mechanisms for reducing the risk of infection with vitamin D therapy. Probably, this review will be of interest for endocrinologists and other specialists.

scholarly journals Micronutrients availability, immune response, and COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 183-190
Author(s):  
Andrey P. Fisenko ◽  
Svetlana G. Makarova
Keyword(s):  
Immune Response ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Economic Class ◽  
Micronutrient Status ◽  
Coronavirus Infection ◽  
Meta Analyses

Vaccination and hygiene are currently the main strategies for helping limit the spread and impact of acute respiratory infections. However, the pandemic of SARS-CoV-2 infection and its severe consequences require the search for additional measures for reducing the morbidity and mortality from coronavirus infection. One of these additional prevention strategies is micronutrient status optimization, which is safe and cost-effective. Vitamins and minerals are important components of the immune response. The effect of micronutrients such as vitamin D, ascorbic acid, zinc, omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on the immune response has been studied for several decades. As a result, significant shreds of evidence have been accumulated regarding the importance of provision immuno-nutrients on the adequate immune response. This implies in both contexts: the prevention of infectious diseases and their course. At the same time, the problem of insufficient supply with various micronutrients is gaining global significance, affecting every country and every socio-economic class of people. This review contains data on the state of micronutrient status of the global and Russian population, discussion of the role of key immunonutrients in the prevention and treatment of respiratory infections, and results of recent meta-analyses. It will also provide recommendations of experts in the field of nutrition, developed in 2020 with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic.

PERAN IBU DALAM PENINGKATAN SISTEM IMUN ANAK DENGAN INFEKSI SALURAN PERNAFASAN AKUT

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-86
Author(s):  
Cindy Ayustin Noya ◽  
Angkit Kinasih ◽  
Venti Agustina ◽  
R.Rr Maria Dyah Kurniasari
Keyword(s):  
Immune System ◽  
Acute Respiratory Infection ◽  
Lower Respiratory Tract ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Acute Respiratory Infections ◽  
Clean Environment ◽  
History Of ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive

Infeksi saluran pernafasan akut atau yang sering disebut ISPA merupakan infeksi pada saluran pernafasan baik saluran pernafasan atas atau bawah.ISPA juga kebanyakan terjadi pada anak balita karena daya tahan tubuh mereka tidak kuat dalam menghadapi penyakit ISPA. ISPA mengakibatkan kematiansekitar15%-20% per tahun pada usia balita di Negara berkembang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisa peran ibu dalam meningkatkan sistem imun anak dengan ISPA.Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan sampel purposive sampling.Populasi dan sampel penelitian ini adalah ibu yang mempunyai anak dengan riwayat dan saat ini menderita penyakit ISPA di Batu Gajah Kota Ambon.Partisipan dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 5 orang. Hasil dari penelitian mendapati 4 kategori yaitu pemberian nutrisi pada anak untuk memenuhi kebutuhan agar sistem imunnya terjaga, kebersihan lingkungan, peran ibu dalam melakukan pencegahan pada anaknya yang mengalami ISPA, dan  peran ibu dalam menjaga dan mempertahankan kesehatan anaknya.   Kata kunci: peran ibu, sistem imun, ispa THE ROLE OF MOTHERS IN INCREASING IMMUNE SYSTEM OF CHILDREN WITH ACUTE RESPIRATORY INFECTION    ABSTRACT Acute respiratory infections or often called ARI is an infection of the upper or lower respiratory tract. ARI occurs mostly in children under the age of five because their endurance is not strong in dealing with ARI. ARI results in deaths of around 15%-20% per year at the age of under-five in developing countries. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the role of mothers in improving the immune system of children against ARI. The research method used in this study was qualitative descriptive with a purposive sampling sample. Respondents and samples of this study were five mothers who had children with a history of ARI and currently suffering from the disease in Batu Gajah, Ambon City. The results of the study found 4 categories, namely providing nutrition to children to meet their needs so that their immune systems are maintained, clean environment, mother's role in preventing children with ARI, and mother's role to preserve and maintain the health of their children. The findings indicated that in terms of coping or improving the immune system of a child to avoid ARI, it is necessary to have role the of mothers in providing nutrition so that the immune system is boosted, besides that the mother can prevent and protect her child from various diseases, especially ARI. Keywords: role of mothers, immune system, acute respiratory infections

HUBUNGAN PERAN KADER POSYANDU DENGAN STATUS GIZI BALITA

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (02) ◽  
pp. 192
Author(s):  
Wiwid Wahyuningsih ◽  
Atik Setiyaningsih
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Status ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Nutrition Status ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Good Nutrition ◽  
Nutritional Status Of Children

ABSTRAKLatar Belakang : Keberadaan kader di posyandu sebagai salah satu sistem penyelenggarakan pelayanan sangat dibutuhkan. Mereka adalah ujung tombak  pelayanan kesehatan yang merupakan kepanjangtanganan puskesmas Jawa Tengah tahun 2011 jumlah gizi kurang 5,35% dan gizi buruk 0,10%. Untuk Kabupaten Semarang dari 23.562 balita yang ditimbang pada tahun 2011 gizi lebih 1,13%, gizi baik 93,51%, gizi kurang 4,86% dan gizi buruk 0,49% (DepKes Prov Jateng, 2011). Tujuan Penelitian : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan peran kader posyandu dengan status gizi balita. Metode Penelitian : Desain penelitian ini adalah survey analitik dengan menggunakan pendekatan cross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh balita di Posyandu Mawar di Desa Gedangan sejumlah 40 responden, dengan teknik total sampling dan analisa data chi square. Hasil Penelitian : Hasil perhitungan chi square di peroleh X² hitung 10.644 pada df=4, P.value 0.031 dimana probabilitas lebih kecil dari level of significant 5 % (0,001 < 0,05) berarti Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak. Kesimpulan : ada hubungan antara peran kader posyandu dengan status gizi pada balita.Kata Kunci : peran kader , status gizi balitaCADERE ROLE RELATIONSHIP WITH NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF CHILDREN POSYANDUABSTRACTBackground : posyandu cadre in Existence as one of the 56th's service system is urgently needed. They are the tip of the Spear is a kepanjangtanganan health services clinics in Central Java in 2011 the amount of nutrition less 5.35% 0.10% and malnutrition. To Semarang from 23.562 toddler who weighed in 2011 more nutritional 1.13%, 93,51%, good nutrition nutrition less 4.86% and 0.49% poor nutrition (Department of Health Central Java Prov., 2011). Objective : the research aims to find out the relationship role of posyandu cadre with the nutritional status of children. Methods : the design of this research is a survey using the analytic approach of cross sectional. The population in this study are all the toddlers at the Rose in the village of Posyandu Gedangan some 38 respondents, with total sample techniques and data analysis a chi square. The results :. The chi square calculation results in getting X ² count 10.644 on df = 4, P. value 0.031 where probability is smaller than the level of significant 5% (0.001 < 0.05) mean Ha Ho accepted and rejected. Conclusion : there is a connection between the role of cadres of posyandu with nutritional status on toddlers.Keywords : the role of cadres, toddler nutrition status

Impact of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Pregnant Women: A Review

Coronaviruses ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saima Habeeb ◽  
Manju Chugani
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Vertical Transmission ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Fetal Outcome ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Coronavirus Infection ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
The Impact

: The novel coronavirus infection (COVID‐19) is a global public health emergency.Since its outbreak in Wuhan, China in December 2019, the infection has spread at an alarming rate across the globe and humans have been locked down to their countries, cities and homes. As of now, the virus has affected over 20million people globally and has inflicted over 7 lac deaths. Nevertheless, the recovery rate is improving with each passing day and over 14 million people have recuperated so far. The statistics indicate that nobody is immune to the disease as the virus continues to spread among all age groups; newborns to the elders, and all compartmentsincluding pregnant women. However, pregnant women may be more susceptible to this infection as they are, in general, highly vulnerable to respiratory infections. There is no evidence for vertical transmission of the COVID-19 virus among pregnant women, but an increased prevalence of preterm deliveries. Besides this, the COVID-19 may alter immune response at the maternal-fetal interface and affect the well-being of mothers as well as infants. Unfortunately, there is limited evidence available in the open literature regarding coronavirus infection during pregnancy and it now appears that certain pregnant women have infected during the present 2019-nCoV pandemic. In this short communication, we study the impact of the COVID-19 infection on vertical transmission and fetal outcome among pregnant women.

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