Clinical research has demonstrated that tocilizumab, an anti IL-6 receptor drug, is effective in reducing inflammation, alleviating symptoms of COVID-19 and improving oxygen intake. Because high fiber diets are associated with lower serum levels of the strong inflammatory cytokines that are released during the pathogenesis of SARS-CoV-2, the combination of the immunosuppressive drugs with a high fiber diet may have very anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties effective in treating patients with COVID-19.

Coupling high fiber diets with immunosuppressive drugs for the treatment of COVID-19


High fiber diets are associated with lower serum levels of the strong inflammatory cytokines that are released during the pathogenesis of SARS-CoV-2, specifically IL-6 and TNFα.  Additionally, high-fiber diets are associated with higher amounts of adiponectin, which has anti-inflammatory properties. 

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High fiber and balanced diets are rich in whole grains, cereals, fruits, vegetables and legumes . 

High fiber and balanced diets 

Conte, L., & Toraldo, D. M. (2020). Targeting the gut-lung microbiota axis by means of a high-fibre diet and probiotics may have anti-inflammatory effects in COVID-19 infection. Therapeutic advances in respiratory disease, 14, 1753466620937170. https://doi.org/10.1177/1753466620937170

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