How should I take vitamin supplements during the epidemic prevention period? Four major categories of nutrients can be effectively supplemented in this way
The COVID-19 epidemic has caused a global pandemic, with the number of confirmed cases rising, and even secondary infection cases. At the same time, after contracting the epidemic, you may have to face the “coronavirus” again. How to ensure the body’s resistance, increase protection during the epidemic prevention period, and accelerate physical recovery are the issues of greatest concern to the public.
Lin Dongqing, a pharmacist at the Graduate School, reminds that nutritional balance is not only related to immune function, but the intake of various vitamins and nutrients is the key to immunity. Supplementing enough vitamins during the epidemic is an important preparation to fight against bacterial invasion. Among them, the four types of vitamins are closely related to protection and are necessary to maintain body metabolism.
Slow-release multivitamin: Comprehensive supply of 27 vitamins and minerals needed for health
A balanced diet and adequate intake of nutrients are the key to maintaining health. However, modern people live in a hurry, and the epidemic has added to various life pressures. The proportion of people who eat out and office workers have uneven diets is very high, and the problem of uneven vitamin intake is prone to occur. On weekdays, it is recommended to choose a multivitamin containing 27 kinds of vitamins and minerals to increase nutrient supplements and help maintain healthy functions.
Pharmacist Lin Dongqing reminded that in addition to paying attention to the types of nutrients when choosing multivitamins, it is best to choose vitamins that contain vitamin A to help maintain mucous membrane health, vitamin B1 to protect the heart and nervous system, and nicotinic acid to promote the health of the nervous system, mucous membranes, and digestive system. In addition, the long-acting release dosage form of nutrients can release nutrients for a long time 8 hours after supplementation. It is best to supplement after meals. Drink more water to help absorption and metabolism, and continue to maintain health and prosperity.
Slow-release vitamin B complex: maintains functional metabolism and body vitality
Vitamin B complex is involved in the energy metabolism of various activities such as work, work, and exercise. The epidemic has caused a sudden increase in life pressure. Many people do not take in enough vitamin B complex during their busy schedule, which leads to lack of energy, weakness and dizziness. If you have Due to social activities and staying up late, the consumption of vitamin B complex will increase significantly.
Supplementing vitamin B complex can help normal energy metabolism. When selecting B complex, in addition to paying attention to the daily required amount, it is recommended to choose a compound type, such as adding Schisandra chinensis, taurine, yeast, selenium and zinc, which can simultaneously supplement the ingredients required for various functions. Let the body metabolize energy more efficiently and maintain a healthy state.
Pharmacist Lin Dongqing suggested that vitamin B complex is a water-soluble vitamin and is easily excreted in the urine 2-3 hours after ingestion. When supplementing, you can choose high-unit B complex in a long-acting and sustained-release dosage form. The residence time of B complex can be as long as 8 hours to promote complete absorption efficiency. There is no limit to the intake time of vitamin B complex. People who are worried about affecting their sleep can take supplement in the morning.
Slow-release vitamin C: powerful antioxidant and protective power
Vitamin C has strong antioxidant power, which can enhance resistance to diseases and promote the ability of immune cells to fight bacteria. Many clinical medical reports have also shown that vitamin C can prevent and shorten the course of colds. At the same time, vitamin C also promotes collagen formation, promotes iron absorption and has anti-cancer effects. However, the human body cannot synthesize vitamin C and must obtain it through diet.
How to supplement vitamin C? Pharmacist Lin Dongqing recommends taking it after meals. People aged 13-18 should take at least 90 mg per day, and adults over 19 years old should take 100 mg. The absorption and metabolism of vitamin C will be affected by stress, infection and other factors. The higher the stress in life, the faster the body will consume vitamin C. When choosing, you can choose 500 mg of vitamin C, which is made with long-acting sustained-release technology to reduce nausea and digestive tract intolerance and other problems, and achieve optimal absorption to maintain health.
High unit of vitamin D3: the sunlight nutrient that determines whole-body protection
The role of vitamin D covers the whole body. It not only promotes bone health, but also participates in gene expression and cell growth. It is closely related to the normal operation of the immune system, brain nervous system, parathyroid gland, pancreas, skin, muscles, and reproductive system. Various studies during the epidemic have also found that vitamin D deficiency may be related to the severity of infection and the length of recovery time.
There are limited foods that contain vitamin D in nature, such as fish, liver of marine animals, eggs, and dried mushrooms. Pharmacist Lin Dongqing suggests that it is better to supplement vitamin D with inactive vitamin D3, which can more safely help calcium absorption and enhance protection. In general, adults and pregnant and lactating people are recommended to consume at least 400 IU (international units) per day, and 600 IU for those over 51 years old.
When supplementing vitamin D, you can give priority to vitamin D3 containing 800 IU per pill. At the same time, pay attention to whether the raw materials are from well-known brand manufacturers and are pure ingredients extracted from high-purity medium-chain triglycerides. The proportion of Taiwanese people who are deficient in vitamin D is quite high, especially those who are not exposed to enough sunlight, are breastfeeding pregnant mothers, children who need protection, and seniors, so it is recommended to supplement enough vitamin D3.
3 key points to cultivate protection and be fully prepared to fight against the epidemic
In the post-epidemic era, adequate protection is the foundation to avoid reinfection and “COVID-19”. Pharmacist Lin Dongqing reminded that you should have a regular schedule, take protective measures, and take enough vitamins. People who work too long and are under too much pressure should pay special attention to a balanced diet and proper exercise. When supplementing vitamins, it should be confirmed that they have passed SGS inspection, have long-lasting release supplement function, and should be combined with a healthy lifestyle. This is a complete countermeasure against the epidemic.
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