Posted by linkadge on June 28, 2005, at 18:49:51
In reply to Re: Inositol for OCD, posted by MoparFan91 on June 28, 2005, at 17:51:36
Yes coffee can depleat inositol.
Inositol acts as a second messenger to the acetlycholine, serotonin, and dopamine receptors.I think it is said to act as a second messenger in that its actions are initiated after the receptor is stimulated. The end target of an antidepressant is perhaps to activate regional glutamate release. I think inositol acts intermediately between receptor activation, and glutamate relase.
Inositol itself is actully an isomer of glucose. It is sweet.I used to mix it in my coffee.
Based on my reaction with it. I would certainly start with a lesser dose. Maybe two grams/day for a two weeks, and then increase. A lot of people find it effective at less than 18g.
Linakdge
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