Why should vitamin C not be forgotten? Review article
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Vitamin C plays an important role in shaping the immune system, exhibiting anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, anticoagulant and antiviral properties. It may also advantageously modulate the host response to the SARS-CoV-2 virus causing COVID-19.
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