Significant positive correlations observed among the lymphocyte count and total HEI-2015. The median total HEI score was significantly higher in the patients with mild COVID-19 than with moderate COVID. The total Metabolic Equivalent Task-min/week was positively correlated with the lymphocyte percentage. Most of patients with mild COVID-19 patients (92.1%) were physically active, compared to only 50% of moderate COVID-19. Patients’ Healthy Eating Index (HEI) and degree of physical activity as measured by the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire were evaluated and linked with several inflammatory markers. This cohort study was conducted on 68 adult patients who contracted mild (38) or moderate cases of COVID-19, recruited via a convenience sampling technique from the outpatient clinic, Kasr Al-Aini Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University Hospital. Our goal was to assess the correlation of healthy diet and physical activity on COVID-19 disease outcome.
No definite pharmacological strategies for Coronavirus disease 2019 treatment are presently available, so natural enhancement of the immune system is in need. Nutritional status and physical activity are essential to maintain a strong immune system.
