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Nutrición Hospitalaria

On-line version ISSN 1699-5198Print version ISSN 0212-1611

Abstract

BACH, Anna; FERRERES GIMENEZ, Inmaculada  and  PUEYO ALAMAN, María Gloria. Immunonutrition and (its impact on) health. Micronutrients and debilitating factors. Nutr. Hosp. [online]. 2023, vol.40, n.spe2, pp.3-8.  Epub Dec 18, 2023. ISSN 1699-5198.  https://dx.doi.org/10.20960/nh.04945.

Introduction:

the interaction between immunity and nutrition is complex and multifaceted. Micronutrients, including vitamins and minerals, are essential for immune function. In turn, immune function and lifestyle habits can affect nutritional needs and micronutrient utilization, creating an interdependence between nutrition and immunity that can be modulated by both external and internal factors.

Objectives:

to examine the relationship between micronutrient intake and immune function, and how debilitating factors such as aging, disease, and stress can impact this relationship.

Methods:

a review of scientific evidence and recommendations from major international scientific societies was conducted to identify the importance of micronutrients in immune function and how debilitating factors can alter their impact.

Results:

the effect of different micronutrients on immune function is described. Debilitating factors like aging, stress, and chronic diseases can compromise the immune system and make the body more susceptible to infections. However, adequate intake of micronutrients and healthy habits can help to strengthen immunity and mitigate the effects of these debilitating factors.

Conclusion:

immunonutrition is a critical component for maintaining a strong and healthy immune system. Sufficient intake of micronutrients and healthy lifestyle habits can help improve immunity, especially in the presence of debilitating factors.

Keywords : Micronutrients; Nutrition; Immunonutrition; Supplementation.

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