Myo-Inositol Effects on Pregnancy Outcomes and Fetal Growth
Abstract
Myo-inositol (MI), a naturally occurring carbocyclic sugar and second messenger in insulin signaling, has emerged as a supplement of interest in pregnancy due to its potential metabolic and reproductive effects. This review summarizes current evidence on MI supplementation during pregnancy, with special emphasis on maternal outcomes (e.g., gestational diabetes mellitus [GDM], hypertensive disorders), neonatal outcomes like preterm birth, birthweight, and implications for fetal growth. Keywords: Myo-Inositol, GDM, Fetal growth, Diabetes
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gestational Diabetes Research and Management
Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
Birth
Development
and Health
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Medical Sciences and Pharma Research
- Volume
- 12
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 11–13
- Publication date
- 15 March 2026
- Language
- EN