Nutrient Recommended supplementation suggested in support of respiratory infections Omega 3 fatty acids 2–4 g/day [68] Vitamin D 20,000–50,000 IU [154] Vitamin E 135 mg/day [114] Zinc 30–50 mg/day [98] Selenium 25–100 μg/day [130] Arginine and glutamine 25–35 g/day [142, 146] Vitamin C 1–2 g/day [98] Vitamin A 900–700 µg/day [91] Iron 8–18 mg/day [138]