inositol

noun

ino·​si·​tol i-ˈnō-sə-ˌtȯl 

ī-ˈnō-,

-ˌtōl 

: any of several crystalline stereoisomeric cyclic alcohols C₆H₁₂O₆

especially : myoinositol

Examples of inositol in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Alongside other treatments, inositol supplements may help with depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2025

Research has shown that this combination of these two forms of inositol improves insulin sensitivity and benefits ovulation in women with PCOS. —Casey Seiden, Parents, 22 Mar. 2024

Research has indicated that active ingredients like vitamin B, vitamin E, trace yeast, and inositol—the benefits of which can be furthered through fermentation, as noted—can serve to smooth and moisturize hair and skin. —Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2023

The final result is a powder-to-drink formula with vitamin B6, folic acid, and magnesium for cycle support; a 40:1 myo and d-chiro inositol blend for ovarian and hormone function; electrolytes for hydration, and a prebiotic fiber for gut health. —Emily Burns, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary, from inosite inositol, from Greek in-, is sinew + International Scientific Vocabulary -ose entry 2 + -ite entry 1

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

inositol

noun

ino·​si·​tol in-ˈō-sə-ˌtȯl  ī-ˈnō- 

-ˌtōl

: any of several crystalline stereoisomeric cyclic alcohols C₆H₁₂O₆

especially : myoinositol