Hydrogen-rich water has distinct therapeutic properties compared to standard water
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Multiple preclinical and clinical studies demonstrate that hydrogen-rich water exhibits distinct antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective properties compared to standard water, driven primarily by dissolved molecular hydrogen.
Evidence for · 8
Electrolyzed–Reduced Water: Review I. Molecular Hydrogen Is the Exclusive Agent Responsible for the Therapeutic Effects
2022 · cited by 38
Demonstrates that molecular hydrogen is the exclusive active agent responsible for the observed therapeutic properties of electrolyzed-reduced water.
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Synergistic Antioxidant Effects of Molecular Hydrogen and Cold Atmospheric Plasma in Enhancing Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy
2024 · cited by 1
Highlights the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of molecular hydrogen as an adjunct therapy in regenerative medicine.
Protective effects of hydrogen-rich water against acute lead-induced hepatic, renal, and testicular toxicity in rats.
2026 · cited by 0
Shows that hydrogen-rich water provides significant protective effects against acute lead-induced organ toxicity by modulating redox homeostasis.
Molecular hydrogen as a treatment for ME/CFS: a mini-review of clinical evidence and mechanistic rationale.
2026 · cited by 0
Summarizes clinical evidence and mechanistic rationale supporting the use of hydrogen-rich water for managing oxidative stress and fatigue in conditions like ME/CFS.
Hydrogen: a novel strategy for preventing and treating hearing loss.
2026 · cited by 0
Reviews preclinical and clinical evidence indicating that molecular hydrogen acts as a selective antioxidant protecting against sensorineural hearing loss.
Therapeutic potential of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) in oxidative stress-related diseases.
2026 · cited by 0
Evaluates the mechanistic basis and clinical applicability of hydrogen-rich water in mitigating oxidative stress-related diseases.
The effect of hydrogen-rich water interventions on lipid profiles in adults with overweight or obesity and associated metabolic disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
2026 · cited by 0
Provides a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials showing that hydrogen-rich water significantly alters lipid profiles in adults with metabolic disorders.
Molecular hydrogen therapy in musculoskeletal conditions: An evidence-based review and critical analysis.
2026 · cited by 0
Reviews evidence showing that molecular hydrogen demonstrates selective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory therapeutic potential across musculoskeletal conditions.