Inositol plays an important part in cell growth and functioning.1 Some research has found that inositol may have a number of health benefits, including:

• Lowering the risk of metabolic syndrome, which is a risk factor for a number of conditions including increased belly fat, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar2
• Lowering high cholesterol3
• Helping the body regulate and process insulin2
• Helping relieve anxiety and symptoms of panic disorder4
• Reducing the risk of gestational diabetes5
• Relieving symptoms of depression6
• Relieving symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)7

  Unfer V, Facchinetti F, Orrù B, Giordani B, Nestler J. Myo-inositol effects in women with PCOS: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Endocr Connect. 2017;6(8):647-658. doi:10.1530/EC-17-0243

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