The researchers noted that the survey is observational, and does not establish a causative relation between diet and Covid-19 severity, and caution is needed in the interpretation of the findings.
Science News: WASHINGTON: Vegetarian and fish-based diets may be associated with lower odds of developing moderate to severe Covid-19 infection, suggest the finding.
Several studies have suggested that diet might have an important role in symptom severity and illness duration of COVID-19 infection. Plant-based diets are rich in nutrients, especially phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals, all of which are important for a healthy immune system, the researchers sai
Vegetarian, fish-based diet linked with less Covid severity, says study
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Fish is an important source of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, both of which have anti-inflammatory properties, survey said.
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WASHINGTON: Vegetarian and fish based diets may be associated with lower odds of developing moderate to severe Covid-19 infection, suggest the findings of a six-country survey based on self-reported symptoms.
The researchers noted that the survey is observational, and does not establish a causative relation between diet and Covid-19 severity, and caution is needed in the interpretation of the findings.
The survey results, published in the journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health on Tuesday, indicate that plant and fish based diets were associated with 73 per cent and 59 per cent lower odds, respectively, of severe disease.