Pure D-Ribose for Your Recovery Routine

TORQ BULQ D-Ribose is a pure, pharmaceutical-grade powder designed for athletes and active people looking to supplement their post-exercise nutrition.

D-ribose is a naturally occurring sugar involved in the production of ATP—the compound cells use to transfer energy. TORQ positions this standalone powder for use after strenuous training and during periods of high physical load.

With a naturally sweet, slightly toffee-like taste, it can be added to a cold drink or taken directly. The simple formulation contains only 100% pure D-ribose, with no colours, flavourings, artificial sweeteners or preservatives.

Why You’ll Love It

100% pure D-ribose – Contains one straightforward active ingredient
Pharmaceutical-grade powder – Part of TORQ’s BULQ raw-supplement range
Post-exercise use – Designed to complement demanding training and recovery routines
Naturally sweet taste – Mild, slightly toffee-like flavour
Easy to use – Add to a cold drink or take directly
Flexible powder format – Combine with recovery drinks or protein shakes
Vegan formulation – Suitable for plant-based diets
No declared allergens – Suitable for a wide range of dietary requirements
No added colours – Clean and uncomplicated formulation
No added flavours – Naturally unflavoured
No artificial sweeteners – No unnecessary sweetening agents
No preservatives – Pure powdered supplement

Built for Demanding Training and Climbing

TORQ BULQ D-Ribose offers a convenient standalone option for active people who want to add ribose to their existing post-exercise routine.

It can be mixed with a cold recovery drink or protein shake after climbing, endurance exercise or strength training. TORQ notes that its Recovery Drinks already contain ribose at its recommended level, so additional supplementation may not be necessary when using those products.

Ideal for:

Climbing
Bouldering
Sport climbing
Trad climbing
Running
Cycling
Triathlon
Ultra-endurance activity
Strength training
Gym sessions
Heavy training blocks
Post-exercise nutrition

Naturally Sweet and Easy to Mix

Pure D-ribose has a naturally sweet taste that TORQ describes as slightly toffee-like.

The powder can be added to any cold beverage, including recovery drinks and protein shakes. It may also be taken directly without mixing, making it convenient for use after training or while travelling.

Specifications

Brand: TORQ
Range: BULQ
Product: D-Ribose Powder
Product Type: Powdered food supplement
Ingredients: 100% pure pharmaceutical-grade D-ribose
Flavour: Naturally sweet and slightly toffee-like
Serving Size: Approximately 4–5g per level scoop
Post-Exercise Serving: 1 level scoop
Pack Sizes: 100g (500g or 1.5kg available on request)
Dietary Information: Suitable for vegans
Allergens: No declared allergens
Added Colours: None
Added Flavours: None
Artificial Sweeteners: None
Preservatives: None

How to Use

One level scoop provides approximately 4–5g of TORQ D-Ribose.

For post-exercise use, TORQ recommends taking one level scoop immediately after training. Add it to a cold beverage, recovery drink or protein shake and mix thoroughly, or take the powder directly.

TORQ Recovery Drink already contains ribose within its formulation, so a separate serving may not be required when using that product.

Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Follow the instructions provided on the packaging and seek professional advice before using supplements for a diagnosed health condition.

Every cell in your body contains ATP (adinosine triphosphate), an energy-rich compound that provides virtually all the energy needed to function on a second-by-second basis. When ATP is broken down into ADP + Pi (adinosine diphosphate + inorganic phosphate) energy is released and this is used to power all our bodily functions. Naturally then, it is the breakdown of ATP within the cells of the working muscles that provides the energy for exercise. Without it you wouldn’t be going anywhere!

It is through the metabolism of carbohydrate, fat and protein that ADP + Pi is reformed to make ATP. This ATP is then available to be used for muscular contraction. As the muscle uses it, once again it will break down to ADP + Pi and so it goes on. When exercising, this cycle rapidly and continually takes place in order to satisfy the substantial turnover of energy required.

Research has shown that after maximal high load exercise, the pools of ATP and ADP + Pi in skeletal muscle cells are reduced by as much as 20-28 percent. The mechanisms behind this are rather complex and involve the loss of a compound called AMP (adinosine monophosphate). However, the net effect is that the overall pools of ATP and ADP + Pi within each cell is reduced, which seriously limits their energy potential. It doesn’t matter how much carbohydrate you ram into your body, if these nucleotide levels are low, you’re not going to have the raw materials available to produce power effectively. To further compound the problem, once AMP has left the cell, there’s no getting it back and so ATP and ADP + Pi levels will remain low, perhaps sinking further if another high intensity bout of exercise is experienced.

Whilst all living cells contain ribose, there is not enough in the food we eat to re-stock energy levels. Ribose in meat is predominantly lost through the cooking process and there are insufficient quantities of the nutrient in plant foodstuffs to have any effect. Add to this the fact that it can take many days for the body to synthesise its own ribose from glucose and the benefits of supplementing with this nutrient become clear. Supplemental ribose is very quickly absorbed into the bloodstream, with much of this absorption occurring before it is even swallowed. Once in the muscle cell itself, ribose can be very quickly transformed into ATP.