Efficacy of inositol supplementation for the prevention and treatment of gestational diabetes in pregnant women: Results from an umbrella meta-analysis.

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of inositol supplementation in preventing and treating gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
• Conducted an umbrella meta-analysis of existing studies
• Included data on inositol supplementation during pregnancy
• Assessed health outcomes related to GDM
• Inositol supplementation shows promise in reducing the incidence of GDM
• Overall health outcomes improved with inositol use during pregnancy
• Supports the use of inositol as a preventive strategy for gestational diabetes

Abstract