Abstract
Improved immune response in elderly individuals after micronutrient supplementation has been reported. However, efficacy trials with infectious disease as outcome are scarce and inconclusive. The author investigated the effect of multivitamins-minerals and vitamin E on the incidence and severity of acute respiratory infections in elderly individuals
Original language | Dutch |
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Pages (from-to) | 348-353 |
Journal | Infectieziekten bulletin |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 9 |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Keywords
- respiratory diseases
- vitamins
- vitamin e
- elderly
- vitamin supplements