Abstract

 
 
 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease that is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). It has affected the entire world. The clinical course of infection varies from asymptomatic to mild symptoms to life threatening conditions in affected individuals. An unbalanced immune response is responsible for many complications and even death in severe cases. Poor nutritional status is a major risk factor for infection as it makes the patient immunocompromised. A good dietary pattern boost immune system in combating infections. In this review, the role of various dietary patterns, individual vitamins and trace elements will be considered. The link between diet and COVID-19 has yet to be established. However, findings from previous studies on respiratory tract infections have shown that diet plays an important role in the management and prevention of infections.
 
 
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