Inositol

Importance of Inositol:  Inositol is necessary for:

Inositol Deficiency Symptoms:  May result in high blood cholesterol, constipation, eczema, hair loss.

Choline should be taken in the same amount as inositol and the best is to take the entire B complex vitamins with it, Vitamin E, Vitamin C as well as folic acid and linoleic acid is thought to increase the functioning of inositol.

Taking of long term antibiotics may increase your need for inositol, as well as if you consume a lot of coffee. Coffee kills the nutrient Inositol.

Inositol is available from both plant and animal sources. The plant form in which inositol is available is phytic acid, which can bind with minerals and so affect their absorption negatively.

In the diet, nuts, beans, wheat and wheat bran, cantaloupe and oranges are good sources of inositol. A deficiency in inositol may result in symptoms such as eczema, hair loss, constipation, abnormalities of the eyes and raised cholesterol. Vitabase Inositol Powder is a convenient form allowing you to easily meet your body’s requirements for this important nutrient.

The body is also able to manufacture this factor. Inositol is available from wheat germ, brewers yeast, bananas, liver, brown rice, oat flakes, nuts, unrefined molasses, raisins and vegetables.

Inositol Supplements

  • Inositol Powder B Vitamin Supplement --  Doctor Approved. Vitabase Inositol Powder is a convenient form allowing you to easily meet your body's requirements for this important nutrient. Our powdered form is easily soluble in water or juice!
  • Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1/4 teaspoon in eight (8) ounces of water or juice daily, or as directed by a health care professional. Store in a cool, dry place and away from direct light.

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