I did some research and read that anyone who is active, into sports, stressed, over 50 or dealing with a chronic illness could benefit from using d-ribose. I used to be athletic but got sick over a year and a half ago and haven't been well since. Some doctors toss around the diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, but who knows.Taking d-ribose was not an instant fix, but within a week I started feeling a little bit better--that alone is HUGE! When research mentioned a larger dosage I asked my Naturopathic Physician (ND) and when she said OK, I upped the amount and slowly but surely the lows stopped being SO low and the highs were happening more and more! I'm feeling almost OK almost all day everyday and THAT is really saying something!Whatever my problem may be, I know that doctors don't know everything, in fact, especially regarding ME/CFS, a lot of them know very little. Here's a quote from Smart Publications, (just did a random Google search using ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia and d-ribose and found this): "D-Ribose is a naturally occurring simple sugar found in all living cells. It is the fuel that mitochondria use to produce adenosine tri-phosphate (ATP), which provides the body’s cellular energy. Studies show that patients with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and congestive heart failure are low in D-Ribose."Before taking D-ribose I had more or less given up traveling or doing anything but sticking close to home where I could curl up and rest. I'm beginning to live life again and the DIFFERENCE has been the d-ribose. I can tell I'm stronger, that the times of complete exhaustion are fewer and fewer and that I feel much better much longer! In fact, I have been feeling so well that just last week I booked a flight to go visit my sister this fall. If I had not started d-ribose I never would have considered it.Not saying this is a miracle cure. So far, I'm still only up to about 50% of where I was before, but I can tell this supplement is helping my body heal itself and my life is coming back.UPDATE:I tried taking d-ribose made at a different company and experienced a crash. Whatever the other company used, it wasn't of the quality that BulkSupplements provides.I now take it twice a day and am having some days when I feel completely normal again, but that is not only due to the d-ribose, it's due to the things mentioned below, too.Other info:--I think one site said that people with diabetes or blood sugar issues need to talk to their doctor before using it because it is a simple sugar, it's just not a bad sugar. The body makes this as its currency for energy. Even so, ask your doctor about the blood sugar issues.--I purchased a small bag the first time just to see what it would do and it lasted a LONG time, but the large bag is the better deal for me now that I know how much it is helping.--D-ribose is slightly sweet, but honestly, once you mix it in you can hardly taste it at all.--it does cause a little heartburn, but maybe it doesn't do that for everyone.--Experienced no weird feelings or unusual side effects but some other sites say it isn't good to take at bedtime, since it wakes some people up. I have not experienced that.-- I’ve never ordered from Bulk Supplements before, but so far they’re fine. The product is great, the delivery time was good and the only negative I can think of is the fact that I can't re-zip the ziplock bag because the powder gets in the zip-lock runners. I don't know if it's a good idea or not to keep in in the fridge, rolled up with a clothespin on the top to close it, but I figured it couldn't hurt to refrigerate it and like I said, the bag has never closed well.--I like the fact that this company actively seeks out reviews. That says a lot about the trust they have in their products.--Some studies say to go on the d-ribose for a few weeks and then taper off, others say they take it every day with no side effects except some extra energy. Everyone needs to look into this for themselves because we're all different.(plus good sleep, NO sugar or white bread/crackers/pasta, but lots and lots of veggies, peaceful meditation and other supplements like coQ10, magnesium, fish oil, gradual exercise and yoga, etc.,) have given me a lot of my old energy back, even when the doctor told me I could not be cured. Personally, I don't believe him. Symptoms have lessened over 50% since I started this supplement and I'm thrilled, in fact, I believe one day soon it'll hit 100% and I'll be able to tell that nice young doctor he was wrong! :) Read more

My homeopathic doctor advised me to take D-Ribose for health reasons. I must state, after taking it for about a week now, I am feeling much better. I’m not as tired as I was and it seems as though I am improving a little more each day. My energy seems to be returning to me once again. So I decided to do a little research into this little miracle in a bag. After doing a little research, this is what I learned:Do you suffer from any of these symptoms?Low energy in the morning, late afternoon or evening..., stiff hand, shoulder, knee joints..., or sore muscles anywhere on your body...,Or do you suffer from any of these diseases?Chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, coronary artery disease, or suffer from cramping, pain, and stiffness after exercise.If so, then you just might benefit by taking this product. Why, you ask? Let’s continue shall we…• Fatigue and exhaustion often occur as a result of depletion of the vital molecule called ATP in human muscle.• Injured or heavily used muscle is particularly vulnerable to low ATP supply and is slow to recover those levels.• A simple sugar molecule, D-ribose, is one of the key components of ATP. The more D-ribose that is available, the faster ATP levels return to normal.• D-ribose supplementation has been shown to boost heart muscle function following heart attacks, and to improve blood pumping in people with congestive heart failure.• Better heart muscle function after D-ribose supplementation can lead to better delivery of energy-rich blood to skeletal muscles, revving them up for increased activity.• Increased ATP levels in skeletal muscle following D-ribose supplementation can help to reduce the muscle pain and fatigue that prevent people from keeping up their vital exercise regimens.Cardiologists and exercise physiologists are increasingly turning to D-ribose as a means of “rejuvenating” their patients’ cardiac and skeletal muscles and improving their quality of life.However, there are a few precautions one should be aware of and they are:Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking ribose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Diabetes: Ribose might lower blood sugar. When used along with diabetes medications that lower blood sugar, it might make blood sugar drop too low. It’s best not to use ribose if you have diabetes.Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia): Ribose might lower blood sugar. If you already have blood sugar that is too low, don’t take ribose. Taking D-ribose with meals may help offset its hypoglycemic effect.Surgery: Since ribose might lower blood sugar, there is a concern that it might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop taking ribose at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.All that being said, I highly recommend this product; but under the advice of your caregiver and remain under your caregiver’s care during the application of this supplement.There is one thing you might consider, however; I recommend getting a different container to store your product (which is no big deal). People who have difficulty with their hands might not be able to correctly seal the bag. Also, if you’re like me, I don’t like dipping into a bag in order to use the product. I prefer to scoop it out in an opened container – more like a tub or canister. Just a thought.I have given you my honest and unbiased assessment of said product and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to provide you with this review. I hope it was helpful in you making an informed decision. I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my review.Please hit the “Yes” button if you found this review helpful. Read more

I'm a 29yr old female diagnosed with fibromyalgia 5 years ago. When I say I have tried EVERYTHING to keep myself healthy, literally everything. I have my pain managed "pretty" well, but the extreme fatigue and flu feeling has been debilitating. I've been at the point where I've told my general dr, my rheumatologist, and neurologist that if they don't help me, I'm literally on the verge of trying cocaine just to be "normal" and have energy to work full time. I told them all i was dead serious-that's how desperate I am:/ This D-ribose was my LAST RESORT the healthy and legal way. I read amazing reviews but of course, was very skeptical because I've never heard of this to help and my doctors never mentioned it. I have to say, it's definitely the best thing I've tried!! I just started two weeks ago and can see a huge improvement in my energy and have had less days of flu feeling. It's not a magic pill but I swear it's the closest thing to it! I've never written a review for anything but felt the need to help others if I can. Listed below are some things that have helped me and I find vital for FM & Chronic fatigue syndrome. 1. Lyrica 2. Cymbalta 3. ZMA fuel by TwinLab(soooo important!!) 4. D-Ribose by Bulk Supplements(vital) 5. Flexeril 10mg(vital) 6. Eat clean/raw/organic fruits & veggies 7. Yoga 8. Good bedding(vital) I have the MyPillow and a bamboo pillow-the new one called Hotel Collection 9. Feather/down or memory foam bed topper from Overstock.com 10. Good shoes! Clarks are amazing or anything with cushion/memory foam. YES, ITS EXPENSIVE HAVING AN ILLNESS! So far, I highly reccomend this product. Read more