Definition

A type of sugar alcohol that is found in plants and animals, often considered part of the vitamin B complex.

Example

Inositol is often used as a supplement to support mental health.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of inositol?

Yeah, I think it's something related to vitamins, right?

Exactly! It's found in a lot of plant and animal tissues.

That's interesting! I should look into it more for my diet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inositol is derived from the Greek word "inos" (meaning fiber) and the suffix "-itol" (used in chemistry to denote sugar alcohols). The term refers to a sugar alcohol that is structurally related to glucose and is often found in plant and animal tissues.

Memory Tip

Think of 'inos' meaning fiber, which helps you remember that inositol is a type of sugar alcohol related to fiber-like substances.

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