Inositol

Support for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)Helps restore normal ovarian function, ovulation, and egg qualityHelps normalize menstrual cycle irregularitiesPromotes healthy glucose metabolismWomen with PCOS experience different hormonal and metabolic states caused by increased insulin production. For example, high insulin levels can affect glucose metabolism and lead to weight gain. Insulin can also stimulate the secretion of male sex hormones in the ovaries. High levels of these hormones can lead to excessive hair growth, acne, and abnormal ovulation. Additionally, women often struggle with menstrual cycle irregularities and infertility issues. Inositol is a member of the B-complex family, found primarily in food in the form of myo-inositol. Research suggests that myo-inositol helps manage these issues by supporting healthy glucose metabolism. Myo-inositol plays an important role in the secondary messenger system that regulates egg development and menstrual cycle hormones. Clinical trials in women with PCOS have shown that myo-inositol supplementation reduces the time to first ovulation, reduces serum testosterone levels, increases ovulation frequency, and increases estradiol levels (a marker of follicular maturation).