Category Archives: Respiratory tract infections

Vitamin D supplementation prevents acute respiratory tract infections

Summary This study is an overview of several studies on the preventive effects of vitamin D supplementation on acute respiratory tract infections. 25 eligible studies were identified based on individual participant data. These studies showed a reduced risk of acute respiratory tract infections and a preventive and protective effect in all participants after daily or…

Combination of vitamin C, thiamine, and hydrocortisone beneficial for patients with severe pneumonia

Summary In this study, the effects of a combination of vitamin C, thiamine (vitamin B1), and hydrocortisone were investigated in a treatment group of 53 patients with severe pneumonia. These patients were compared to a control group of 46 patients who did not receive this micronutrient combination. The results showed that the mortality rate decreased…