The use of the nutritional supplements during the covid-19 outbreak in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

COVID-19 causes moderate to severe illness and is spreading globally. During a pandemic, vitamins and minerals are vital to health. Therefore, the prevalence and epidemiology of supplement use in Saudi Arabia during the COVID-19 pandemic must be known.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted in Saudi Arabia using an online survey. The study was conducted from June to March 2022 on both adults and children. The link to the survey was shared on social media platforms. The survey included questions on participants' demographics, vaccination status, supplements they used, and side effects of supplements. Participation in this study was optional, and there was no obligation to participate. There was a declaration about the aim of the study and different object

SUBMITTER: Hafiz NM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9827747 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature