Potential Effects of Iodine Supplementation on Inflammatory Processes and Toxin Removal Following COVID-19 Vaccination

Boretti, Alberto; Banik, Bimal K.

doi:10.1007/s12011-021-02996-5

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“…Iodine, an essential element, is crucial for controlling thyroid gland activity and the production of thyroid hormones, which in turn control critical metabolic, brain developmental, and growth processes (Grau et al, 2015 ). In addition, iodine also acts as an antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, antiproliferative, and differentiation agent (Boretti & Banik, 2022 ). Milk and milk products are important sources of iodine (Van der Reijden et al, 2017 ).…”

Section: Milk Mineralsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…An in vitro study has shown that iodide has significantly enhanced IgG synthesis by HPBL (Weetman et al, 1983 ). Iodine as a dietary supplement may limit the side effects (inflammatory processes and toxin removal) of COVID‐19 vaccination, but this area further needs research (Boretti & Banik, 2022 ). Among AM, one cup of cow and goat milk can meet about 3% and 36% of daily requirements for adult humans, respectively (Table 7 ).…”

Section: Milk Mineralsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Preventative and therapeutic potential of animal milk components against COVID‐19: A comprehensive review

Singh¹,

Hernandez-Rauda

Peña‐Rodas

2023

Food Science & Nutrition

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The global pandemic of COVID‐19 is considered one of the most catastrophic events on earth. During the pandemic, food ingredients may play crucial roles in preventing infectious diseases and sustaining people's general health and well‐being. Animal milk acts as a super food since it has the capacity to minimize the occurrence of viral infections due to inherent antiviral properties of its ingredients. SARS‐CoV‐2 virus infection can be prevented by immune‐enhancing and antiviral properties of caseins, α‐lactalbumin, β‐lactoglobulin, mucin, lactoferrin, lysozyme, lactoperoxidase, oligosaccharides, glycosaminoglycans, and glycerol monolaurate. Some of the milk proteins (i.e., lactoferrin) may work synergistically with antiviral medications (e.g., remdesivir), and enhance the effectiveness of treatment in this disease. Cytokine storm during COVID‐19 can be managed by casein hydrolyzates, lactoferrin, lysozyme, and lactoperoxidase. Thrombus formation can be prevented by casoplatelins as these can inhibit human platelet aggregation. Milk vitamins (i.e., A, D, E, and B complexes) and minerals (i.e., Ca, P, Mg, Zn, and Se) can have significantly positive effects on boosting the immunity and health status of individuals. In addition, certain vitamins and minerals can also act as antioxidants, anti‐inflammatory, and antivirals. Thus, the overall effect of milk might be a result of synergistic antiviral effects and host immunomodulator activities from multiple components. Due to multiple overlapping functions of milk ingredients, they can play vital and synergistic roles in prevention as well as supportive agents during principle therapy of COVID‐19.

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Section: Milk Mineralsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Milk Mineralsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Preventative and therapeutic potential of animal milk components against COVID‐19: A comprehensive review

Singh¹,

Hernandez-Rauda

Peña‐Rodas

2023

Food Science & Nutrition

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“…Molecular Iodine can have virucidal effects on some viruses, including vaccinia virus and coronavirus, especially SARS-CoV-2, as seen via experimental intranasal spray. It can also reduce the adverse effects associated with some vaccines, especially the mRNA vaccines [40]. The anti-inflammatory potential of Iodine is seen in its complex with povidone in povidone-iodine, where it neutralizes reactive oxygen species and shows antimicrobial effects [41].…”

Section: Iodine Deficiencymentioning

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Malnutrition: The Tripple Burden and the Immune System

Ohanube¹,

Ojong²,

Chinaza³

2023

Combating Malnutrition Through Sustainable Approaches

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Studies in the last two decades show the relationship between malnutrition and the debility of some diseases. While some scholars believe it contributes to the virulence of infectious diseases, others opine that it plays a role in the deteriorating conditions of some metabolic or noncommunicable diseases. In recent times, the term malnutrition has been expanded to cover a broader spectrum, ranging from the double burden, which includes undernutrition and overnutrition, to the triple burden, in which the duo and micronutrient deficiency are considered. This review elaborates on the broader definition of malnutrition, the determinants of malnutrition, the triple burden of malnutrition coupled with the tandem effects of malnutrition on the immune system. Where possible, we used examples to clarify and conceptualize this review, bringing in some real-life context in which these burdens are applicable. We discussed the cellular implications of the micronutrient deficiencies and buttressed using body mass index as a rough guide in estimating overweight and underweight.

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“…In addition to the therapeutic benefits of EID against SARS-CoV-2, the Iodine-V in EID also serves as a mineral supplement that can maintain a healthy thyroid functioning. Thus the Iodine-V is likely to have better stability and an enhanced potency in-vivo when compared with PVP-I against SARS-CoV-2 and can be potentially applied intranasally or orally to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission in known or suspected COVID-19 patients [94,96]. Further…”

Section: Iodine-vmentioning

confidence: 99%

Iodine as a Potential Front-Line Defense Against Covid-19: A Literature Review

Bhowmik

Baisya

2023

Asian J Pharm Clin Res

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The novel coronavirus disease, first identified in 2019 known as COVID-19, is caused by a new strain of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV or SARS-CoV-1), named SARS-CoV-2. Recent studies showed that the virus may be airborne and spreads through small respiratory droplets of saliva in aerosols, indirect or direct physical contact with the affected individual, in a similar way to the cold and influenza. Emerging studies also demonstrate the importance of the throat along with salivary glands as sites of viral replication and transmission in early COVID-19 infection. The most common route of entry of SARS-CoV-2 is the upper respiratory tract (nasopharynx) that slowly reaches the lower respiratory tract to infect the epithelial cells within the lungs which can cause lung damage and severe respiratory symptoms, if not treated immediately. Averting colonization of the virus in the nasopharynx could be one of the best options to reduce the incidence of severe infection. It has been well-documented that iodine is one of the most effective of all antimicrobials available. Hospitals and medical facilities worldwide use povidone-iodine (PVP-I) as a standard of care in infection control. Several research studies during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic showed the in vitro and in vivo efficacy of iodine-containing solutions such as PVP-I (Betadine), Iodine-V (Essential Iodine Drops) etc. and other iodine complexes to effectively kill the SARS-CoV-2 virus within few seconds to hours. Few commercially available iodine-containing gargling, mouthwash, and nasal spray solutions have been recommended to use in humans against SARS-CoV-2 infection by experts to prevent viral spread, especially among health workers. The present article aims to summarize these studies and highlights the rationale, safety and recommendations of use of iodine as an effective method to decrease the viral load during the early COVID-19 infection.

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Potential Effects of Iodine Supplementation on Inflammatory Processes and Toxin Removal Following COVID-19 Vaccination

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Preventative and therapeutic potential of animal milk components against COVID‐19: A comprehensive review

Preventative and therapeutic potential of animal milk components against COVID‐19: A comprehensive review

Malnutrition: The Tripple Burden and the Immune System

Iodine as a Potential Front-Line Defense Against Covid-19: A Literature Review

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