lls expressing a semi-invariant T cell receptor, play a role in polarizing adaptive lymphocyte function, and contribute to metabolic dysfunction [7]. Furthermore, infections and an inadequate nutritional status have a synergistic relationship. The immune response itself to an infection exacerbates a poor nutritional state and causes an increase in the demand for micronutrients [8,9]. Viral infections are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide [10], as is shown by