Inositol is a member of the B vitamin complex family. It supports the nervous system, has immune enhancing effects and helps contribute to lipid metabolism.
The mechanism of action of myo-inositol has yet to be fully elucidated. However much is known about the biological roles of myo-inositol and some speculation can be made. Myo-inositol is metabolized to phosphatidylinositol which makes up a small but very significant component of cell membranes.