CAS 210488-61-2: D-myo-Inositol, 1,3,4,5-tetrakis(dihydrogenphosphate), octasodium salt (9CI)

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D-Myo-Inositol-1,3,4,5-tetraphosphate sodium salt (DMIPS) is a naturally occurring form of inositol that has been shown to lower the glycaemic index of foods and increase the absorption of carbohydrates. DMIPS is a chromatographic method for quantifying phytate in food. Phytate is an anion that binds to dietary minerals such as iron and zinc and prevents their absorption. DMIPS can be used to reduce the level of phytate in food by adding it to the meal before cooking or boiling. The use of DMIPS in combination with phytase has been shown to be beneficial for those who are suffering from diabetes and nutrient deficiencies, such as those who have undergone gastric bypass surgery.