Inositol

Inositol is part of the vitamin B complex. As a component of lecithin, inositol is responsible for transferring needed fats from the liver to the body's cells. By assisting in the proper utilization of fat and cholesterol, inositol is involved in the control of blood cholesterol, thus protecting the arteries and heart from excessive cholesterol build up. Inositol is also a component of cell membranes and the myelin, which coats the nerves.