What is inositol

What is Inositol?

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Inositol is a vitamin-like substance. It is found in many plants and animals. It can also be made in a laboratory.

How Does Inositol Work?

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Inositol is a molecule that is an important structural component of cell membranes and molecules that serve as messengers within the body. It is not known how inositol might work for various conditions. It is possible that certain medical c…

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What is the calorie count/ glycemic index of inositol?

Q: I’m taking inositol in high doses for anxiety, and I’m trying to find out 1) how many calories per gram in inositol and 2) the glycemic index of inositol. I’ve searched all over the internet for this information without luck, so I’m hoping someone else will know the answer to one or both of these questions. Thanks in advance!

A: INOSITOL metabolizes fats and cholesterol and aids in transporting fat in the blood system. Thus INOSITOL is an aid in the redistribution of body fat and can help to lower cholesterol levels. It is a member of the B-Complex group and is a lipotropic agent. (http://www.peaknutrition.com/lifatbuabprd.html)I looked at several companies’ ingredients list and found NO caloric value listed, so I would assume there is less than 1 calorie in a serving (730mg, or 1/4 teaspoon). See NOW Foods brand: http://www.nowfoods.com/index.php?action=itemdetail&item_id=73818 Anyway, if it is not enough they have to list it, it’s certainly not enough to be concerned about.

What exactly does Niacin, (Inositol Hexanicotinate, Flush Free) do for and to your body???

Q: (Niacin Inositol Hexanicotinate 500 mg, ENERGY Flush Free) Why do people take this? My friend is taking it hoping it will clean out her system, I’m wondering if it has anything to do with cleaning you out.

A: Advanced deficiency of niacin can lead to a condition called pellagra in which individuals develop diarrhea, dermatitis and dementia. Niacin also is used to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. Specifically it reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good cholesterol (HDL). It is not clear how niacin causes its effects on cholesterol and triglyceride levels, but it may be by reducing the production of proteins that transport cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Niacin is used for treating niacin deficiency and elevated blood cholesterol and/or triglyceride levels and for increasing HDL cholesterolThe most common side effects of niacin are stomach upset, flushing, headache, itching and tingling sensations of the extremities. Flushing may be reduced by taking 325 mg of aspirin 30 minutes before the niacin and by increasing the dose of niacin slowly. Drinking hot liquids or alcohol shortly before or after niacin is taken may increase the occurrence of flushing. Extended release formulations of niacin may cause flushing less frequently than immediate release formulations. Rare cases of liver failure or muscle injury have occurred from the use of niacin. Blood tests to monitor for liver injury should be performed before niacin therapy begins, every 6-12 weeks for the first year, and then occasionally thereafter. Niacin should be discontinued if liver tests are greater than three times the upper limit of normal, are persistently elevated, or accompanied by nausea, vomiting or weakness.

Is it safe to take inositol with 25mg of zoloft?

Q: I was wondering because I was thinking of getting it.

A: Either talk to your doctor about it or talk to the pharmacist about it. Either on of them will know of any possible interactions and if these should be taken at the same time.