Possible Prevention of COVID 19 by Using Linoleic Acid (C18) Rich Algae Oil

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Algal oils containing linoleic acid may prevent viral spread by inhibiting virus entry into host cells or by destabilizing viral envelopes.

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Algal Oil in COVID 19 Control, Linolenic acid (C18) Coronavirus, COVID 19, Nasal spray, Algal OilDownloads

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