Choline and inositol belong to the complex of B vitamins. Choline is found in most living tissues and is essential for the normal transmission of information through the nervous system and for brain health. Additionally, choline is involved in the metabolism of fatty acids in the liver, in the production of lecithin, and in the production of hormones.
Inositol is also essential for the brain and the health of the nervous system, but also for the metabolism of fats and cholesterol. It is also important for the health of the eyes, heart, and brain. As a natural sedative, it is a means of addressing depression and anxiety. Inositol, the precursor to the second messenger molecule inositol triphosphate, is currently being studied for its role as an antidepressant in bipolar depression. Increased intake of it may help prevent or even improve diabetic nerve disorders, as well as neuropathy due to chronic kidney failure. Both choline and inositol are essential components of all cell membranes, and they function as molecular signals.
Reduced intake of inositol from foods can lead to fat accumulation in the liver, and problems in brain function.
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