Inositol is considered a B Factor related to the B Complex vitamins. It is important for optimal brain and nerve function. It is a primary component of cellular membranes and plays important roles in healthy cell growth and function.It is also a component of lecithin and assists in fat metabolism
Inositol, or Vitamin B8, is a water-soluble structure and it forms a component of every cell membrane in the body. It functions in a similar way to choline. Inositol, although technically not an essential B vitamin because it can be synthesised in the body, is still a very important nutrient. Food which naturally contain Inositol are citrus fruits, lecithin oil, seeds, whole grains, nuts and green leafy vegetables.