A 21-year-old female asked:
my doctor mentioned that i should try inositol for weight loss since i have extreme trouble losing weight naturally. i never heard before that inositol can be used for this. does it really aid weight loss?
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Dr. Al Hegab answered
40 years experience Allergy and Immunology
Not proven, but: at times, a drug can be used empirically (without evidence) seeking a benefit, provided that it won't cause any harm trying, I believe that was your doctor's logic,
Answered on Feb 24, 2018
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