User Reviews for ribose

I just read how all of these FM suffers have had such great results with D Ribose - did they really have FM or CFS???? as it sure has not helped me.

I've felt a huge improvement with less fatigue and muscle pain since taking D-Ribose and in a short amount of time, 3-5 days. I didn't take it for awhile and was back to feeling terrible pain and exhaustion. I highly recommend. I ordered through End Fatigue website. Dr. Tietelbaum (unsure about spelling of his name).

I was very excited to try D-ribose as I'd read so many positive reviews of it. I wish I could have purchased a small amount to try for just a week because I had unpleasant side-effects and nothing positive to show for it. I had severe nausea, heartburn, and indigestion; horrible eggy burps, headaches, and the burning pain around my shoulder blades worsened. The latter may have been a coincidence with regular flare-ups of pain but I can't be sure either way. I used powder dissolved in water, 5g spoonful two or three times a day for a week. I'd have liked to try it for longer but the stomach problems were too severe and really not worth it. I didn't experience any improvement in energy levels, brain fog, or muscle pain. My quality of sleep improved slightly but the stomach problems woke me up quite early in the morning. I would suggest buying a small amount to try for a week if possible rather than shelling out for a lot of it that might be wasted. I bought 500g D-ribose by Deluxe Nutrition. Good luck if you try it! Read More Read Less

Impressed with the improvement in energy - I have been taking Ritalin on/off for 9 years, otherwise, I could not function at all. Within 10 days, noticed an improvement in energy. I have been doing 5g each am. Stopped Ritalin (which I do periodically) to see the difference. .. and, I was good all day. However, I am noticing an increase in anxiety and waking 2hrs earlier (I already naturally awaken at 5am, 3am is just too darn early!) I am going to cut back to 2tsp a day and see how that impacts it. Read More Read Less

Horrible product. Exacerbates my symptoms of persistent fatigue by making me extremely drowsy and robbing me of energy. The FDA should go after Teitlebaum and all the companies selling supplements that make fantastic claims that users of this product will experience an energy boost and relief from symptoms of fatigue.

I suffered for years with atrial fib. I had episodes on a regular basis, averaging one or two per month. A chiropractor introduced me to Dribose and I have had only three episodes in four years. I swear by dribose to keep the episodes at bay.

I have been using Corvalen M for several years now for ME and it has been a godsend. I did stop for a period to judge it's efficiency and saw a marked decrease in my energy levels and pain. It is not a cure but after 25 years of suffering, This helps me to lead a half way normal life again. Only problem is I am in UK and have to order from USA, pity it isn't available to purchase locally.

Using d-Ribose got rid of 80% of my brain fog within 3 days, restored most of my energy within 5 days (although I still have occasional "down days" when all I can manage is to rest), and took away 80% of my firbromyalgia pain within 2 weeks. I am thrilled with the results! I only gave it 4 stars because I switched to powder instead of capsules to save money. The powder is definitely not as easy to use, but the results are the same.

Just wonderful. D-ribose REALLY works for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. I feel so much better in all senses: both physically (and I think, consequently, mentally too). No more fatigue, very little pain. Recommended 100%. I take 15g a day.

Finally figured out it was this supplement giving me the added discomfort of a burning stomach. Not pleased at all & see no real results - still have terrible fibro pain; the works.

I have been using d-ribose on and off for several months now and I am completely satisfied with how it has helped with my fibromyalgia. I have tried several recommended supplements for fibro and saw no difference but when I started taking this it helped me tremendously. I still have the flare ups from time to time but they are a lot less intense and they don't last as long as before. Definitely worth trying if you suffer from fibro!

Works great

I have been using D-ribose at 3x10gm daily, as well as Ubiquinol (CoQ10) and L-carnitine, to assist the effect of conventional medications (I had major problems tolerating high levels of these). Brilliant - feel so much better, active, like someone half my age. My HF level has dropped from Level 3 to level 1. Fantastic!

I've been taking D-Ribose for over 2 years now - there is a direct correlation between how much I take and how much energy I have. It even seems to effect things like the morning sore-throat, the head and hand shaking, the muscle twitches, and blurred vision and tinnitus.

Instant energy!

big problem is to get info on whether Ribose has some blood thinning properties, so that someone taking Coumadin should avoid it. Would like to know if there is any interaction. answer me. frank

Has eased post exercise muscle pain and increased general energy level. Sleep has improved due to muscles relaxing. Prior to taking d-ribose I needed frequent therapeutic massages to ease 'knots' in legs and shoulders but no longer require this therapy. Flare ups have reduced.

most people don't feel their heart working. i do. first thing in he morning i take 1000 mg. it calms the heart in 15 minutes. i take another 750 mg. around 1 pm. my improvement in exercise ability is amazing considering the small dose. i take the 750 mg. whenever i feel my heart working. many energy drinks contain ribose, which i also use occaisionally. it is good to know that others have used higher doses, so, i should be safe. light thirst and mild sugar drop. a sugar mint, or a soda does it for me. thanks.Read More Read Less

IT'S A MIRACLE! I've suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia for the past 10 years or so, and was debilitated to the point of running out of intermittent FMLA medical leave from work (i.e., I had MORE than 12 weeks of sick time in a year). Since beginning 15 grams of D-Ribose daily, I now haven't missed work in weeks and am starting to enjoy activities that I had to give up due to lack of energy and/or illness. IT REALLY WORKS!!!

At age 46 I have sleep Apnea. My symptoms are low energy, bad memory, can barley exercise without back going out or sever soreness for 2-3 days following the smallest of workouts. I felt my heart doing weird rhythms and I have low blood pressure. Started taking D-Ribose. Energy increased after a few days. A few weeks into it I had to shovel my full size truck with sand, then remove by hand and repeat 2 more times. I thought I would be in bed the next day with crazy pain, but I woke up with No pain at all. I thought,"Ok, the pain will start tomorrow" so I took a little extra D-Ribose that day. For the next 3 days I waited for soreness. Nothing! I was blown away! Oh, and my energy from the lack of oxygen due to Sleep Apnea was back. I have been off D-Ribose now for 3 months due to finances and I'm feeling it. All symptoms are back. Must order now! Thought about taking Creatine combo but read about water retention issues. Will stick with pure D-Ribose. I take the recommended dose. You can back off a little after 2-3 months just watch for symptom changes and adjust dosage. I take it at night to add with oxygen levels so my energy is high during the day. Helps me sleep sound.Read More Read Less