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1.5/5 Very weak evidence

Performance evidence brief

D-ribose

Despite ATP-repletion marketing, human exercise trials do not support D-ribose as a reliable gym-performance aid.

Performance claims weak endurance / strength / recovery 5 linked sources Content audit 2026-05-04

Headline Finding

Multiple exercise trials fail to show reliable anaerobic, bodybuilding, or soreness benefits.

Dose Context

Trials vary from acute dosing to multi-day protocols; negative findings make routine use hard to justify.

Important Caveat

Keep separate from clinical fatigue claims. For healthy lifters, this is not a creatine or carbohydrate substitute.

Source Drawer

Linked Research

5 papers and evidence links - audit 2026-05-04
  1. Trial Ergogenic aid RCT
  2. Trial Adenine nucleotide trial
  3. Trial Anaerobic capacity trial
  4. Trial Bodybuilding trial
  5. Trial DOMS plyometric trial

How To Read This Rating

The score reflects evidence that the supplement does its stated job. Some jobs are direct, such as strength, endurance, or recovery; others are indirect, such as sleep, mood, appetite, or health support. A real effect can still receive a cautious practical rating when dose, safety, product quality, or audience fit remain uncertain.

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