Inositol

Inositol is not a B vitamin, but is closely associated with choline and biotin, and is prevalent in many food sources, as well as being synthesized by gut bacteria.

Food source for Inositol:

Liver, brewer's yeast, legumes, wheat germ, blackstrap molasses, peanuts, cantaloupe, citrus fruit, seeds, grains. Inositol is also manufactured in the gut, by microrganisms.

Functions of Inositol:

Inositol is involved in the body's production of lecithin, it therefore aids in the metabolism of fats and helps reduce cholesterol, helps absorb zinc, RNA synthesis, myelin synthesis, liver function,  prevents arteriosclerosis, atherosclerosis, protects liver, kidneys and heart. It is needed to maintain cell growth and survival in bone marrow, eye membranes and intestines, it is also vital for hair growth.

Deficiency symptoms of Inositol:

Abnormailites of the eye, such as cataracts, hair loss, constipation, high blood cholesterol, and eczema.

Factors increasing the demand for Inositol:

Diabetes, high blood cholesterol, kidney diseases, premature births, stress, pregnancy, lactation, and high blood pressure.

Therapeutic use of Inositol:

Inositol has been shown to be beneficial in treating constipation, baldness, atherosclerosis, cataracts, heart disease, high blood pressure, insomnia, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, cerebral palsy in combination with oher supplements, anxiety and premature births.

Drugs affecting Inositol:

Sulfonamides, caffeine, antibiotics.

Dosage and toxicity of Inositol:

RDA 500-1000mg . Overdosage may cause diarrhea, increase excretion of creatinine.

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