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7 Proven Inositol Benefits for Your Health

Other Benefits

In addition to these benefits, inositol can help improve symptoms of respiratory distress syndrome, a breathing problem caused by underdeveloped lungs in preterm babies. In addition, taking folic acid and inositol supplements daily would aid in regulating blood sugar in those with type 2 diabetes. Some studies have shown positive improvements in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder as well. This benefit is attributed to the role of inositol in stimulating the generation of dopamine and serotonin. [7]