Uses
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Inositol may help with ovulation in women with PCOS.
- Diabetes: Inositol may help improve insulin function and glucose tissue uptake.
- Metabolic syndrome: Inositol may help control risk factors for metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions that increase the risk of chronic disease.
- Mental health: Inositol may help balance chemicals in the body to help with mental conditions such as depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Side effects
- Inositol is generally considered safe when taken in low doses for up to 10 weeks.
- Some people may experience digestive issues, headaches, and dizziness.
Other uses
- Inositol is also being researched for its use in the treatment of gestational diabetes, weight loss, and cancer.