D-Ribose is one of the main building blocks to the energy that our cells make. Unfortunately, this substance can be depleted. Although the body can manufacture d-ribose, it does so slowly. Multiple studies have shown that taking d-ribose orally can make more available for the cells to use. There have been studies showing that d-ribose had a very powerful effect on patients with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Unlike glucose, d-ribose is made up of only five carbon atoms. This small difference enables the body to use it without affecting blood sugar levels.

One heaping teaspoon daily mixed with any liquid.