Safety of Extended D-Ribose Ingestion
Author Information
Author(s): Seifert John, Frelich Angela, Shecterle Linda, St Cyr John
Primary Institution: St. Cloud State University
Hypothesis
Does extended consumption of D-ribose produce toxic changes in healthy adults?
Conclusion
Extended consumption of D-ribose for 14 days does not produce significant toxic changes in hematological and biochemical parameters in healthy adults.
Supporting Evidence
- No significant toxic changes were observed in complete blood count and biochemical parameters.
- D-ribose caused mild hypoglycemia but no serious adverse effects.
- Uric acid levels increased at Day 7 but returned to baseline by Day 14.
Takeaway
This study shows that taking D-ribose for two weeks is safe and doesn't cause serious health problems.
Methodology
Nineteen healthy adults ingested 20 grams of D-ribose daily for 14 days, with blood samples taken at baseline, Day 7, and Day 14 to assess biochemical and hematological parameters.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and only included healthy, non-diabetic adults.
Participant Demographics
19 healthy adults aged 19-25, including 12 males and 7 females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.44
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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