D-Ribose
Ribose is a five‑carbon sugar that forms the backbone of RNA and key energy molecules like ATP, NADH, and some B vitamins. Supplementing with ribose might improve symptoms of heart failure and some aspects of exercise recovery, but more research is needed to understand its efficacy fully.
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What it is
Ribose is a five‑carbon sugar that forms the backbone of RNA and key energy molecules like ATP, NADH, and some B vitamins. Supplementing with ribose might improve symptoms of heart failure and some aspects of exercise recovery, but more research is needed to understand its efficacy fully.
Key findings
- Grade C: ATP Regeneration (Muscle Recovery)
- Grade C: Angina (Heart Failure)
- Grade C: Fatigue Symptoms (Fibromyalgia)
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: D-Ribose
Quick Facts: D-Ribose
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:10
- Research Outcomes:78
- Key Effect:Muscle Recovery
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (14)
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