The best vitamins for preventing coronavirus and strengthening immunity

Choosing vitamins: how not to throw money away

Every mother knows that taking any pills for a child, especially if they have an unpleasant taste for him, is a difficult process. It takes time, patience and persistence. And no matter how much you tell how useful this nasty pill is, your unloved jar of “magic pills” will still go in the trash. The child gets rid of a painful procedure, and you get rid of your money. Maybe that’s why in Russia, unlike most developed countries, the culture of vitamin consumption is so poorly developed?

In the West, they found a simple solution to this problem - vitamin and mineral complexes in the form of delicious gummy bears. Your child will never forget about taking these vitamins and will remind you about it himself, because for him funny gummy bears are a favorite treat and a fun game. Moms no longer need to worry: the child will receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals without tears or persuasion.

Vitamin complexes for women

During the period of a surge in viral diseases, women should also take care of strengthening their immunity, especially those who are planning or are already expecting a child.

Doctors recommend taking the following vitamin complexes for women:

1 Immunilflor

The composition of the product is specially designed to strengthen and maintain immunity. It contains echinacea extract, vitamin C, zinc and probiotics.

2 Vitrum plus

The drug is designed specifically to strengthen the immune system in adults. Each tablet contains 13 vitamins and 14 microelements, including the rare vitamin K1. Ginseng extract is used as an additional strengthening additive. This drug, in addition to its general strengthening effect, increases performance, normalizes sleep and improves mental activity.

3 Supradin Immuno Forte

The sachet has a plant base and a pleasant taste in the form of an effervescent instant drink. In addition to vitamins A, C and E, it contains trace elements (zinc and magnesium), as well as rosehip and echinacea extracts. This drug stimulates the immune system and helps to effectively resist viruses.

4 Vitrum prenatal

This drug is intended for pregnant women, who especially often suffer from a lack of vitamins. The product contains, in addition to vitamin A and beta-carotene, vitamin C, folic acid and tiaman. This composition not only has a beneficial effect on the condition of the fetus, but also improves the general well-being of the pregnant woman.

5 Complimentary trimester

Contains 12 vitamins, 8 minerals, lutein and lipoic acid. This drug saturates the body with vitamins throughout pregnancy and helps the immune system resist viruses. 3 types for three periods of pregnancy.

6 Orthomol Natal plus for pregnant women

The dietary supplement helps improve brain function and vision, normal tissue growth during pregnancy, the formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin, the normal functioning of the immune system, the maintenance of bone tissue, the absorption and assimilation of calcium, and the maintenance of intestinal function.

A tasty dose of health!

Now “VitaMishki” has appeared in Russia, these are new generation vitamin and mineral complexes for children from 3 years old. Vitamins that both children and adults love “VitaMishki”:

• In the form of delicious gummy bears - children perceive them as candy
• With natural fruit and vegetable extracts
• No artificial colors or flavors
• Four different flavors based on natural juices
• “VitaMishki Immuno +” with sea buckthorn, for active strengthening of the immune system

From birth

Vitamin D (open selection)

6-12 months

This is where the diet the baby is on begins to play a role. If breastfeeding, then we shift it to 9-12 months; if formula and complementary foods are introduced from 4 months, then it can be introduced from 6-7 months

If the child is on formula, then you calculate how much formula the child eats and how many vitamins and minerals the baby has per day.

Vitamin D (1000 IU, open selection)

Omega 3 (about 220 mg, open selection)

Lecithin (about 1 g, open selection)

Magnesium (10 mg/1 kg of weight, open selection)

Iodine (90 mcg, open selection) Again, we proceed from how the baby eats. If mixtures, then calculate how much he eats and what. If breastfeeding, how much does the mother take and how much does the baby eat.

Vitamin C (open selection) I am more inclined to ensure that the child receives C from milk or formula. During the period of colds, I always add 300-500 mg for 6-12 months. It is better to choose Sodium Ascorbate for babies

Since the year

If the child is on formula, then you calculate how much formula the child eats and how many vitamins and minerals the baby has per day.

Vitamin D (1500 IU, open selection)

Omega 3 (about 220 mg, open selection) This is ideal from Nordic Naturals, DHA for children with vitamin D3

Lecithin (about 1 g, open selection)

Magnesium (10 mg/1 kg of weight, open selection)

Iodine (90 mcg, open selection) Again, we proceed from how the baby eats. If mixtures, then calculate how much he eats and what. If breastfeeding, how much does the mother take and how much does the baby eat.

Vitamin C (open selection) I am more inclined to ensure that the child receives C from milk or formula. During the period of colds, I always add 300-500 mg for 6-12 months. It is better to choose Sodium Ascorbate for babies

From 6 years old

If children know how to swallow capsules and tablets, then some supplements can be replaced by adults with dosage adjustments. But!!! I do not recommend dividing what does not involve chewing (these are NOT chewable) and is a multicomplex; then it is better to replace it with liquid or powder.

Vitamin D (1500 IU, open selection)

Omega 3 (open selection) Age 6 years – 10 years – approximately 570 mg Age 10 years – 14 years – about 700 mg Over 14 years – about 1000 mg

Lecithin (about 1-4 g, open selection)

Magnesium (10 mg/1 kg of weight, open selection) You can continue to use it for children, or you can replace it with an adult one by adjusting the dosage

Iodine (open selection) 4-8 years 90 mcg (max 300 mcg) 9-13 years 120 mcg (max 600 mcg) 14-18 years 150 mcg (max 900 mcg)

Vitamin C (open selection) Recommendations: 3-7 years 1000-1500 mg 7 years and older 1500-2000 mg

B vitamins (open selection) or Multicomplex (open selection) Course, once every six months if the child is in excellent health

Multivitamins

When selecting multivitamins, we pay attention to: 1. the content of vitamin D in them. If they contain the daily norm, we do not take additional D, or we adjust it to the dosage you need 2. we pay attention to the form of vitamin A. at least half should be beta- carotene 3. Ideal - raw

Kids

from 4 years (or from 2 years half a serving)

Teenagers

Complex B

B-complex (1 month every six months) the rest of the time you can take multivitamins, the dosages there are lower. B vitamins are responsible for all metabolic processes in the body. ATTENTION. If you drink alpha lipic acid, glutathione or NAC (thiols), then they must be suspended while taking the B-complex, because Vitamin B12 does not combine with thiols. B12 is also found in multivitamins, so you have to maneuver here somehow.

Omega-3

• improve the functioning of the cardiovascular system (lowering blood pressure, lowering cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke); • inhibit the aging process of the skin, tone and refresh its appearance from the inside; • fight various types of dermatitis and protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation; • care for joints (slowing the breakdown of collagen fibers of articular cartilage); • regulate the anti-inflammatory functions of joints and ligaments (helps with osteoarthritis); • improve the functioning of the nervous system (improving memory and brain functioning); • keep the immune system in order (reducing the manifestations of allergies); • are a “catalyst” for blood circulation; • stimulate the reproductive system;

Omega-3 standards vary in each country and in each healthcare organization. Average values ​​are shown here. Age 6 months – 1 year – approximately 220 mg Age 1 year – 3 years – approximately 350 mg Age 3 years – 6 years – approximately 460 mg Age 6 years – 10 years – approximately 570 mg Age 10 years – 14 years – approximately 700 mg Over 14 years – about 1000 mg

The Omega selected here is all from small fish, which is cleaner compared to large fish.

Vitamin D

?Regulates the exchange of phosphorus and calcium in the body ?Influences the endocrine and immune system ?Can “turn on” and “turn off” 100-1250 human genes out of 20,000-30,000 ?Saturation of the body with vitamin D reduces the risk of autoimmune, cancer and cardiovascular diseases ?Improves blood circulation, helps cope with hypertension? Calms nerves, helps resist stress? Deficiency in children causes rickets and vitamin deficiency? Deficiency in adults - osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and disorders of the cardiovascular system, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease, depression and frequent headaches, breast and ovarian cancer in women? Chronic kidney disease can be caused by Vitamin D deficiency, even if a person is regularly exposed to the sun (it is processed in the kidneys)

In 2020, Russia raised the officially recommended dosages of vitamin D for children (year-round) 0-1.5 years 1000 IU 1.5-3 years 1500 IU 3-… years 1000 IU

Lecithin

?Lecithin is a building material: Brain – 30%, Nervous tissue – 66%⠀⠀⠀ ?Lecithin helps keep cholesterol in a dissolved state? Lecithin deficiency leads to the development of dystrophy and “chronic fatigue” of muscles? Physical, nervous, emotional stress requires increased the amount of lecithin in muscle fibers. ?Lecithin is a lifesaver for the liver. ?Lecithin acts as a transport, delivering vitamins to cells and helping them pass through the cell membrane ?Lecithin received by a child in the first year of life is critical for memory development ?To combat stress factors⠀⠀⠀ ?Lecithin helps maintain performance, avoid brain exhaustion, irritability, fatigue and nervous breakdowns, respond adequately to all difficult life situations, and maintain health.

Norm for children per day is 1-4 g Norm for adults per day is 5-7 g !! ️ I remind you once again that MEN AND BOYS CAN ONLY SUNFLOWER

Magnesium

The CHELATE form of magnesium is completely ready for absorption by the intestinal walls; it does not require additional transformations in the body with the involvement of other elements, therefore chelated forms give quick results.

For those who have kidney stones, magnesium CITRATE is important!

MAGNESIUM TAKE A MINIMUM 2 HOURS AFTER MULTIVITAMINS IDEAL – IN THE AFTERNOON AT LOW PRESSURE, WATCH THE REACTION TO MAGNESIUM

Magnesium (recommended by WHO): 0-1 years 80 mg 1-3 years 80 mg 4-8 years 130 mg 9-13 years 240 mg 14 years and older: husband 400 mg women 350 mg

Zinc

We take it when there is a shortage and additionally when there is a cold . Typically, multivitamins always contain the daily requirement of zinc

Zinc: 0-3 years: 3 mg (max 7 mg) 4-8 years: 5 mg (max 12 mg) 9-13 years: 8 mg (max 23 mg) 14-18 years: 10 mg (max 34 mg) Adults: 11 mg (max 40 mg)

Calcium

CALCIUM TAKE A MINIMUM 2 HOURS AFTER MULTIVITAMINS IDEAL – AFTER 15:00 The CHELATE form is completely ready for absorption by the intestinal walls, it does not require additional transformations in the body involving other elements, so chelate forms give quick results .

Calcium: 0-3 years: 700 mg (max 2500 mg) 4-8 years: 1000 mg (max 2500 mg) 9-13 years: 1300 mg (max 3000 mg) 14-18 years: 1300 mg (max 3000 mg) Adults: 1000 mg (max 2500 mg)

Iodine

WHO standards: up to 8 years 90 mcg 9 – 13 years 120 mcg from 14 years 150 mcg

Vitamin C

Dosage rates: 6-12 months 300-500 mg 1-3 years 750-1000 mg 3-7 years 1000-1500 mg 7 years and older 1500-2000 mg

Probiotics

Preventive dose 1 billion (if you drink preventatively every day) Therapeutic dose 3-5 billion during the month (children) and 5-10 billion (from 12-14 years old) Ideal: drink a course every six months, drink for 1 month, take a 2-week break, We've been drinking for 2 weeks

Anti-parasitic + anti-toxin

From 0 to 1 year, 1/24-1/12 of the adult dose is prescribed, at 1 year - 1/12, at 2 years - 1/8, at 4 years - 1/6, at 6 years - 1/4, at 7 years old - 1/3, at 14 years old - 1/2, at 15-16 years old - 3/4 adult doses ⠀

When the weight and height of a child differs from those generally accepted by age, the dosage is calculated differently (the ratio of weight and body surface is taken into account according to the formula of G. Ivadi, 3. Dirner (1966) ⠀ The resulting value shows what percentage of the adult dose taken as 100 %, should be taken by the child ⠀ ❗️if the child’s weight is up to 20 kg, then it is multiplied by 2, for example: the child’s weight is 7 kg. 7 × 2 = 14. The dose of the drug for this child will be 14% of the adult dose ⠀ ❗️if more than 20 kg , then 20 is added to the weight. For example, a child’s weight is 30 kg. 30 + 20 = 50. The dose for a child will be equal to 50% of the adult dose

Immunity

Flu, cold

When you have a cold, be sure to add: zinc vitamin C

Against cough

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Choosing vitamins for a child 10-11 years old

At 10 years old, a child is not able to choose his own vitamins, so this choice falls entirely on the shoulders of the parents. To understand what vitamins your child is lacking, you need to clearly listen to the signals of the child’s body. If the level of one or another substance is insufficient, the child will experience discomfort. This will show up:

• hearing impairment;
• problems with falling asleep and staying asleep in general;
• increased sweating;
• decreased visual acuity and ophthalmological diseases;
• loss of strength, fatigue, decreased mental activity.

It would be useful to take pharmaceutical medications if the child’s diet is unbalanced due to various circumstances - for example, a teenager does not consume certain food groups (fish, meat, dairy products, eggs). Vitamins will help restore immunity after long-term use of antibacterial drugs (see also: which children's vitamins are best for immunity?).

Preventive measures to strengthen immunity against coronavirus

• Refrain from visiting public places: shopping centers, sports and entertainment events, transport during rush hour.
• Do not touch your eyes, face or mouth with dirty hands.
• Avoid close contacts and staying in the same room with people who have visible signs of ARVI (coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge).
• Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly after returning from the street or contacting strangers.
• Disinfect gadgets, office equipment and surfaces you touch.
• Limit close hugs and handshakes when greeting whenever possible.
• Use only individual personal hygiene items (towel, toothbrush).

Why is a large dose of vitamin C dangerous for a cold?

Some experts have tried to figure out how a loading dose of vitamin C works for colds. To begin with, they asked the subjects to take 200 mg of ascorbic acid daily. It was found that this dosage of vitamin C for colds only slightly reduces the duration of the disease in an adult. Thus, with daily intake of 200 mg of this substance, the period of colds was reduced by 8% in adult patients and by 14% in adolescents and children.

At the same time, additional intake of ascorbic acid turned out to be more beneficial for athletes. Marathon runners taking double the vitamin intake were half as likely to develop ARVI compared to runners who did not take additional vitamin complexes.

If vitamin C is taken more intensively, for example, for a cold, take a large dose from 500 mg to 1-2 g per day, then unpleasant complications for the patient are possible , such as:

• excessive increase in the content of free radicals in the blood, which destroy DNA in high concentrations;
• early development of atherosclerosis;
• formation of stones (first sand) in the kidneys;
• decreased absorption of vitamin B12 from foods, which can be dangerous for the nervous system;
• excessive slowing of blood clotting;
• impaired absorption of glucose and, as a consequence, the possible development of a prediabetic state;
• allergies, as well as skin itching.

Thus, vitamin C should be taken in moderation - up to 100 mg per day. For a cold, the dosage can be as little as 200 ml, because during this difficult period, beneficial substances in the body are intensively consumed.

For smokers, the maximum daily dose of vitamin C for colds can be up to 500 mg, since nicotine prevents sufficient absorption of ascorbic acid.

How to stop a cold at an early stage: effective therapeutic measures and treatment errors.

Vitamins for anxiety relief

The attending physician should select a vitamin preparation, focusing on the patient’s individual characteristics and symptoms.

Popular vitamins for anxiety include:

1 Multi-V complex

Contains 7 B vitamins and 4 vitamin-like substances. The drug serves as an additional source of nutrients and is classified as a dietary supplement. It eliminates anxiety well and improves the condition of hair and nails.

2 Pentovit

Budget option, contains vitamins B1, B3, B6, B9 and B12. It is prescribed for neuralgia, fatigue and to relieve anxiety.

3 Solgar B-Complex Stress Formula

Contains a full complex of B vitamins, plant extracts and ascorbic acid. This balanced composition perfectly calms the nervous system and strengthens the immune system.

Daily dose of vitamin C for colds

Typically, packages containing ascorbic acid indicate the recommended dosage. However, there is an opinion that a killer dose of vitamin C is needed for a cold. Some believe that a single dose of vitamin C for a cold is 1 gram of the substance, while others allow themselves to take several grams of ascorbic acid per day, believing that this way they protect themselves from the disease.

Who should you trust: pharmacists dispensing medicine to the buyer, or a friend who swallows ascorbic acid in packs of 10 large tablets at once?

Experts believe that in a normal healthy state a person needs 90 mg of ascorbic acid (men) or 75 mg (women).

WHO representatives share almost the same opinion. According to their recommendations, the daily intake of vitamin C is 45-90 mg, and for colds it can be increased to 100 mg. According to competent WHO specialists, for respiratory ailments it is necessary to take ascorbic acid, but not exceeding the specified norm.

Taking into account this recommendation, you can easily calculate the dosage of vitamin C for a cold in an adult. So, if one tablet of the drug contains 50 mg of ascorbic acid, then the daily dose is 2 tablets per day.

If the concentration of ascorbic acid in the purchased drug is different, the norm of vitamin C for colds is calculated in a similar way. If it is necessary to take several tablets, their quantity should be divided into several doses throughout the day.

A loading dose of vitamin C for colds

Many scientists agree that shock doses of vitamin C at the very beginning of a cold can destroy the virus. They recommend consuming up to 1000-1500 mg of ascorbic acid per day.

Recent studies have shown that an increased dose of ascorbic acid for colds reduces the duration of the disease. In adults, the period of colds decreased by 8%, in children - by 14%. Zinc turned out to be more effective - it accelerated recovery by half.

Any vitamin is eliminated from the body after 5 hours. Ascorbic acid has a positive effect for colds for 8-12 hours. During periods of weakening, it is especially important to strengthen the immune system. A loading dose of ascorbic acid will help with colds.

Important! It was found that professional runners taking ascorbic acid suffered from ARVI less often than their colleagues who did not.

A few facts about coronavirus and its prevention that will help you calm down

1. Coronavirus is a type of influenza of animal origin that has not yet been studied. Just like “avian” or “pork”, it is transmitted from an infected person to a healthy one. Therefore, doctors recommend refraining from visiting crowded places or contacting sick people.
2. Research centers in Russia, China, the USA and Great Britain have already received the genome of the virus and are working on creating a vaccine against it. It is necessary to refrain from questionable delicacies, which is not at all difficult.
3. Don't be afraid of parcels from China or imported fruits. Coronavirus can live and reproduce only in the human body. Outside its borders, it quickly dies, so parcels cannot be the cause of its spread.
4. Try to keep hugging and kissing to a minimum. The virus is transmitted through contact, so it is better to postpone these pleasant activities for the future. It is also advisable to avoid shaking hands, and ideally, to completely avoid visiting crowded places.