[Natural News]: The new coronavirus disease (COVID-19), a contagious viral respiratory infection, is currently ravaging the world. Over the past month, the global population witnessed an unprecedented exponential growth of cases that continues to rise by the thousands.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), each infected person can infect up to two persons. Transmission largely depends on several factors, including cleanliness and immunity. The WHO also reports that the mortality rate of COVID-19 is higher than that of influenza, a viral respiratory infection also known as the flu.
Fortunately, recovery from COVID-19 is possible, but it primarily depends on the ability of a person’s immune system to combat the virus.
Ideally, the immune system identifies and eliminates toxins, irritants and disease-causing pathogens. However, vital immune functions can be compromised by factors that can make the body susceptible to infection, such as poor nutrition, inadequate sleep and physical inactivity.
Currently, experts recommend observing preventive measures against the coronavirus such as personal hygiene, social distancing and self-quarantine.
Fortunately, the body can greatly benefit from a higher intake of immune-boosting vitamins, such as vitamins C and D, which act as antivirals. Essential vitamins like C and D cannot be naturally produced by the body itself, so it is important to regularly consume vitamin-rich foods. Often, vitamin-rich foods also contain high amounts of antioxidants and nutrients that enhance immunity....<<<Read The Full Article Here>>>....