Observational StudyHighlightedAssociation Between Hydrogen-Rich Water Consumption and Lower Extremity Function in Older Adults Participating in Community Salons: A Prospective Observational StudyMHID-67657942026medRxivYuusuke Harada, Michiko MiyakawaBackground: Falls among older adults are a leading cause of fractures, loss of independence, and need for long-term care. Community salons in Japan promote social participation and health activities among older adults. Hydrogen-rich water is widely used as a health product, but evidence in community settings remains limited. Methods: We conducted a prospective observational study among 48 communit