topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimAnxiety and depressive disorders frequently co-occur, and converging evidence from symptom profiles, longitudinal course, shared neurobiological markers, familial aggregation, and treatment response supports a substantial overlap between these conditions [].
evidence level4
citationDerkaczew Maria (2026)
sourcePotential Anxiolytic Effects of Selected Inositol Stereoisomers—A Narrative Review
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimImportantly, even agents considered comparatively “benign”, such as non-benzodiazepine anxiolytics, may rarely cause significant neurological adverse effects in vulnerable individuals, as illustrated by reports of buspirone-associated dyskinesia or dystonia, plausibly related to its interactions with dopaminergic signaling [].
evidence level4
citationDerkaczew Maria (2026)
sourcePotential Anxiolytic Effects of Selected Inositol Stereoisomers—A Narrative Review
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimRecent reports have also raised the possibility that selected cyclitols may exert anxiolytic activity; however, robust clinical evidence remains scarce, and the available data are largely preliminary, often derived from indirect observations or preclinical research [].
evidence level4
citationDerkaczew Maria (2026)
sourcePotential Anxiolytic Effects of Selected Inositol Stereoisomers—A Narrative Review
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 4 1 Anxiety plays a dual role, encompassing both adaptive and maladaptive dimensions.
evidence level4
citationDerkaczew Maria (2026)
sourcePotential Anxiolytic Effects of Selected Inositol Stereoisomers—A Narrative Review
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimThis narrative review critically evaluates current evidence on the role of D-pinitol in glucose homeostasis and energy balance, integrating data from chemical characterization studies, mechanistic research, preclinical models, and human clinical trials assessing purified D-pinitol and D-pinitol-rich preparations, particularly from carob-derived sources.
evidence level4
citationTorres-Oteros D (2026)
sourceCarob (<i>Ceratonia siliqua</i> L.) in Glucose Homeostasis and Energy Balance: The Role of D-Pinitol.
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimAvailable evidence suggests that D-pinitol may enhance insulin signaling efficiency, primarily through PI3K/Akt-dependent pathways, modulate hepatic metabolic flexibility, and influence endocrine balance without acting as a classical hypoglycemic agent.
evidence level4
citationTorres-Oteros D (2026)
sourceCarob (<i>Ceratonia siliqua</i> L.) in Glucose Homeostasis and Energy Balance: The Role of D-Pinitol.
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimThe global rise in obesity and metabolic disorders has intensified interest in dietary bioactives capable of improving glycemic control and metabolic health.
evidence level4
citationTorres-Oteros D (2026)
sourceCarob (<i>Ceratonia siliqua</i> L.) in Glucose Homeostasis and Energy Balance: The Role of D-Pinitol.
topicInositol Stress Randomized Trial
claimInositols, particularly D-pinitol, have emerged as insulin-sensitizing cyclitols with potential metabolic relevance.
evidence level4
citationTorres-Oteros D (2026)
sourceCarob (<i>Ceratonia siliqua</i> L.) in Glucose Homeostasis and Energy Balance: The Role of D-Pinitol.