D-Ribose Powder

D-Ribose is a naturally occurring sugar that is converted by the body and plays an essential role in the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that is often referred to as the "energy currency" of our bodily cells and mitochondria. It is involved in various cellular processes and provides the energy needed for many physiological functions.

When it comes to exercise the amount of ATP in muscles is limited and must be replenished when used up. Therefore, D-Ribose supplementation has been shown to help increase ATP, improve exercise performance and recovery. In summary, various studies suggest it may assist in:

• Enhancing ATP Production¹
• Improving Performance & Endurance²
• Improving Post Workout Recovery³
• Mitochondrial Function⁴
• Reducing Cramping and Pain⁵

Other Benefits of D-Ribose

There is also evidence that the concentration of ATP in heart cells decreases significantly following myocardial ischemia, which is reduced blood flow to the heart. Consequently, D-Ribose has been evaluated for improving heart function in people with heart failure, a condition linked with myocardial ischemia. Evidence also shows that there are reduced clinical symptoms in patients suffering from fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome whereby they experience improved energy levels, sleep quality, mental clarity, overall well being and lowered pain intensity.

In brief, these studies have also shown D-Ribose may assist in:

• Cardiovascular Health⁶
• Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)⁷

It is gluten free and suitable for vegans. Available in 200g packs and bulk discounts

References

1: Dodd et al, 2004, 2: Seifert et al, 2017, 3: Cao et al, 2020, 4: Mahoney et al, 2018, 5: Shecterle et al, 2008, 6: Bayram et al, 2015 & Pliml et al, 1992, Pierce et al, 2022, 7: Thompson et al, 2014 & Jones et al, 2017 & Teitelbaum et al, 2006