Can low Vitamin D increase the chances of contracting Coronavirus infection?

A recent study revealed that the population severely low in Vitamin D levels is also among the most vulnerable group of the population for COVID-19. The research led by the United Kingdom's Anglia Ruskin University has revealed a close relationship between a low level of Vitamin D and the high number of COVID-19 cases.

In layman's terms, Vitamin D is found in some foods and is essential for health and maintaining strong bones. It helps the body absorb calcium from food and supplements. Vitamin D modulates the response of white blood cells, preventing the WBCs from releasing too many inflammatory cytokines.

The coronavirus causes an explosion of these inflammatory cytokines, called a cytokine storm. Whereas, Vitamin D prevents white blood cells from releasing too many inflammatory cytokines. One of the facts that were brought to light was that Vitamin D supplementation is safe and protects against acute respiratory tract infections.

The study concluded a significant relationship between Vitamin D levels and the number of COVID-19 cases, i.e., the most vulnerable group of people for coronavirus is also the most deficit in Vitamin D. Increase the level of Vitamin D in your body with eating more fatty fish, seafood, mushroom and egg yolks in your diet. Eat a Vitamin D rich diet.