Myo-inositol
Myo-inositol
Supports insulin signalling, hormone balance, and PCOS management
Daily Target:
4 grams per day
Myo-inositol is a vitamin-like compound that your body uses as part of its internal signalling system. It plays a key role in how cells respond to insulin and other hormones, which is why it has become an important focus in supporting conditions linked to insulin resistance, such as PCOS. Although small amounts are made in the body and found in foods like fruits, beans, and whole grains, higher intakes are often studied in supplement form when targeting hormone and cycle-related symptoms.
Good sources
Brown rice serving

provides
280 mg
Chickpeas serving

provides
300 mg
1 serving of lentils

provides
400 mg
1 serving of oats

provides
300 mg
1 orange (160 g)

provides
350 mg
What the research says
🌍Review finding that myo-inositol can improve ovulation, menstrual regularity, and metabolic markers in women with PCOS.Systematic review of inositols in PCOS
🌍Review explaining how myo-inositol improves insulin sensitivity and androgen balance in PCOS.PCOS endocrine-metabolic profile review
🌍An observational study reports that myo-inositol supports ovulation and cycle regularity in PCOS.Observational study in infertile PCOS
