by Paul Addis

This clear, concise new book by Paul Addis, Ph.D., discusses the importance of ribose, a naturally occurring sugar produced in the body from glucose. This slowly produced sugar is the structural backbone of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the energy molecule that powers all the body's cells, and is a pivotally important part of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), the body's information library known as the genetic code.

Ribose has received increased attention recently because research has shown that, although ribose is essential for literally thousands of functions in all the cells and tissues, it is in short supply in the body. The sudden interest in ribose is also fueled by the constant stress many people live with now. Stress depletes the body's stores of ribose, and they can't be naturally replaced fast enough to maintain optimal health.

Dr. Addis says that restoring adequate levels of ribose to the body through supplementation is extremely beneficial in treating or preventing chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, congestive heart failure, and ischemic heart disease. People with brain metabolism and neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease, have shown demonstrably low levels of ATP. Supplementing with ribose has boosted these lowered levels, and has even, according to one theory, boosted the energy of brain tissue. Further, ribose acts to control appetite and weight gain, and helps the body maintain a normal blood sugar level-making it useful in treating diabetes.

Another major benefit of ribose is how well it protects muscles from fatigue and soreness when they have been pushed to the limit in exercise. Ribose is a true rejuvenator that enhances health and wellness: readers will learn how one small daily dose of it will give them more energy, help them think more clearly, and make them feel less pressured than they ever dreamed possible.