D-Ribose

D-Ribose: Information

D-Ribose is a naturally-occurring pentose sugar. A “pentose sugar” is one that contains only 5 carbons atoms, unlike the 6 in more common sugars like glucose. Virtually all living things make and use ribose; it is a component of RNA, NADH and the fuel source for nearly all cells, ATP.

D-ribose's Health Benefits

It is D-Ribose’s function in the production of energy rich ATP that lead to its widespread use as dietary supplement. As a basic building block of ATP, supplementing extra ribose to the diet may help people to produce more ATP and, as a result, experience better energy levels. D-Ribose is often recommended for a wide-range of energy-related disorders, from common tiredness to debilitating fatigue. Athletes and bodybuilders are beginning to take advantage of ribose to obtain better results from the creatine they use. Whereas ribose helps produce new ATP, creatine helps to regenerate spent ATP, so the two compounds complement each other. Increasingly, user of one are beginning to also use the other, with excellent results.

Studies of D-Ribose show significant benefits for those suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia.¹

Using D-Ribose

Use as directed.

Side-effects and Cautions:

None noted.

References:
1. J Altern Complement Med. 2006 Nov;12(9):857-62.

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