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Effects of Hydrogen-Rich Water on Growth, Redox Homeostasis and Hormonal, Histological and Immune Systems in Rats Exposed to High Cage Density Stress

MHID-8093676PMID: 401048812025Veterinary Medicine and Science

Buket Boğa Kuru, Mustafa Makav, Mushap Kuru, Şükran Yediel Aras, Ebru Karadağ Sarı, Menekşe Bulut, et al.

Objectives: This study investigated the impact of drinking hydrogen-rich water (HRW) on growth performance, organ weights, thiol/disulphide homeostasis, oxidative status and some hormonal, histopathological and immunohistochemical changes in rats fed in a restricted housing environment. Methods: The eight groups (each group [male/female] eight rats) comprised two control, two hydrogen, two stress

Clinical TrialObservational StudyHighlighted

Hydrogen and Methane Detection in Breath in Response to Two Different Types of Dietary Fiber and Its Relationship to Postprandial Glucose Concentration in Obese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes and Normoglycemic Subjects

MHID-1241888PMID: 400777852025Nutrients

Inna Misnikova, Yulia Kovaleva, Svetlana Shokur, Tyler W. LeBaron, Oxana Povarova, Oleg Medvedev

Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between postprandial glycemic levels based on flashmonitoring and the production of intestinal hydrogen (H2) and methane (CH4) gases based on the measurement of the amount of these gases in exhaled air. Materials and Methods: We studied 14 subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and 14 individuals without diabetes (control

Animal StudyHighlighted

Protective effect of hydrogen-rich water on spermatogenesis in high-fat diet obese rats

MHID-6979663PMID: 401889722025Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology

Mohammad Hossein Rigi, Seyyedeh Zahra Asghari, Elaheh Eshtad, Seyedeh Elnaz Nazari, Akram Aminian, Khatereh Kharazmi, et al.

Obesity can impair spermatogenesis by various mechanisms such as decreased sperm concentration and increased oxidative DNA damage. Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) possesses therapeutic antioxidant properties that may help offer protection to sperm. This study aimed to investigate the therapeutic potential of HRW on spermatogenesis dysfunction in rats with high-fat diet (HFD)-induced obesity. In this exp

A Randomized, Prospective Trial of Hydrogen-Rich Water (HRW) to Mitigate Acute Mucositis during Radiation Therapy

MHID-88889642025International Journal of Radiation Oncology Biology Physics

K.M. Mani, C.M. Maruschak, C. Vacchi-Suzzi, H. Munoz, L. Joya, A.N. Slade, et al.

Purpose/Objective(s): Radiation is a mainstay of therapy for head/neck cancer. However, patients invariably develop mucositis along the targeted subsite, which persists during and after treatment, leading to weight loss, hospital admissions and potentially treatment interruptions. Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) is an available supplement that is thought to scavenge free radicals and confer anti-inflamma

Clinical TrialHighlighted

Hydrogen’s Feasibility and Safety as a Therapy in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Hydrogen‑FAST): study protocol for a trial of inhaled hydrogen gas as an adjunctive therapy in refractory cardiac arrest

MHID-5491717PMID: 412043202025Trials

Victoria Habet, Tysen DeWaard, Krislyn M. Boggs, Alix Fetch, Bao Nguyen Puente, Lynn A. Sleeper, et al.

Background: Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) improves survival for patients experiencing refractory cardiac arrest but is often associated with severe ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI). Hydrogen gas (H2) has demonstrated promising preclinical efficacy in reducing IRI. The Hydrogen-FAST trial investigates the feasibility and safety of inhaled hydrogen gas as an adjunctive therapy

Hypothesis

Gas as medicine: the case for hydrogen gas as a therapeutic agent for critical illness

MHID-2190797PMID: 409385202025Intensive Care Medicine Experimental

Lakhmir S. Chawla

Molecular hydrogen gas (HG), administered through inhalation or as hydrogen-rich fluids (HRF), has demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiapoptotic, cytoprotective, and beneficial mitochondrial effects in critical illness. Preclinical studies and human clinical studies consistently endorse hydrogen gas as safe, with mechanisms of action linked to vital molecular pathways, such as reducti

Literature ReviewHighlighted

A comprehensive review of molecular hydrogen as a novel nutrition therapy in relieving oxidative stress and diseases: Mechanisms and perspectives

MHID-0845802PMID: 399115282025Biochemistry and Biophysics Reports

Fatmanur Yıldız, Tyler W. LeBaron, Duried Alwazeer

Oxidative stress is responsible for the pathogenesis of many diseases, and antioxidants are commonly included in their treatment protocols. Over the past two decades, numerous biomedical reports have revealed the therapeutic benefits of molecular hydrogen (H2) in relieving oxidation-related diseases. H2 has been found to have selective antioxidant properties against the most dangerous oxidants (hy

Emerging Clinical Applications for Molecular Hydrogen.

MHID-5646200PMID: 414496522025Respiratory care

Nguyen Puente B, Habet V, Wheeler CR, Kheir JN.

Molecular hydrogen (H2) has emerged as a promising therapeutic agent with potential applications across a wide range of conditions, including neurological, cardiovascular, oncologic, and respiratory diseases. Substantial preclinical studies attribute its benefits to selective antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective properties. Published clinical findings are encouraging, although data a

Animal StudyIn VitroHighlighted

The Rieske iron-sulfur protein is a primary target of molecular hydrogen

MHID-8939519PMID: 413302172025Redox Biology

Shuto Negishi, Mikako Ito, Tomoya Hasegawa, Hikaru Otake, Bisei Ohkawara, Akio Masuda, et al.

The mechanisms underlying the biomedical effects of molecular hydrogen (H2) remain poorly understood and are often attributed to its selective reduction of hydroxyl radicals, based on the long-held notion that H2 is biologically inert. We demonstrate that H2 is biologically active, specifically targeting the Rieske iron-sulfur protein (RISP). We first observed that H2 induces the mitochondrial unf

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Synergistic Antioxidant Effects of Molecular Hydrogen and Cold Atmospheric Plasma in Enhancing Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy

MHID-1339888PMID: 397659102024Antioxidants

Mikhail Yu. Artamonov, Felix A. Pyatakovich, Inessa A. Minenko

In regenerative medicine, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have shown their importance and potential in tissue reconstruction and immune system modification. However, such cells’ potential is often diminished by factors such as oxidative stress, immune rejection, and inadequate engraftment. This review highlights the role of molecular hydrogen (H2) and cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) as adjunct therapi

Systematic Review

Hydrogen Water: Extra Healthy or a Hoax?—A Systematic Review

MHID-7472923PMID: 382560452024International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Gagandeep Dhillon, Venkata Buddhavarapu, Harpreet Grewal, Pranjal Sharma, Ram Kishun Verma, Ripudaman Munjal, et al.

Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has emerged as a novel approach in the field of health and wellness. It is believed to have therapeutic antioxidant properties that can neutralize harmful free radicals in the human body. It has also been shown to be beneficial in mitigating oxidative stress-induced damage through its anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic pathways. We aim to conduct a systematic review to

Clinical Trial

Hydrogen-Rich Gas Enhanced Sprint-Interval Performance: Metabolomic Insights into Underlying Mechanisms

MHID-8109346PMID: 390647852024Nutrients

Gengxin Dong, Haiyan Liu, Yunji Chen, Dapeng Bao, Wentao Xu, Junhong Zhou

Background: The diversity of blood biomarkers used to assess the metabolic mechanisms of hydrogen limits a comprehensive understanding of its effects on improving exercise performance. This study evaluated the impact of hydrogen-rich gas (HRG) on metabolites following sprint-interval exercise using metabolomics approaches, aiming to elucidate its underlying mechanisms of action. Methods: Ten heal

Clinical Trial

Inhalation of Hydrogen-rich Gas before Acute Exercise Alleviates Exercise Fatigue: A Randomized Crossover Study

MHID-0740382PMID: 386986242024International Journal of Sports Medicine

Gengxin Dong, Jianxin Wu, Yinglu Hong, Qian Li, Meng Liu, Guole Jiang, et al.

Hydrogen, as an antioxidant, may have the potential to mitigate fatigue and improve selected oxidative stress markers induced by strenuous exercise. This study focused on a previously unexplored approach involving pre-exercise inhalation of hydrogen-rich gas (HRG). Twenty-four healthy adult men first completed pre-laboratories to determine maximum cycling power (Wmax) and maximum cycling time (Tma

Systematic ReviewMeta-Analysis

Can molecular hydrogen supplementation reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress in healthy adults? A systematic review and meta-analysis

MHID-0733746PMID: 385908282024Frontiers in Nutrition

Yiting Li, Renjie Bing, Meng Liu, Zhangyuting Shang, Yan Huang, Kaixiang Zhou, et al.

Objective: Exercise-induced oxidative stress affects multiple neurophysiological processes, diminishing the exercise performance. Hydrogen (H2) can selectively reduce excessive free radicals, but studies observed its “dual effects” on exercise-induced oxidative stress, that is, increasing or decreasing the oxidative stress. Therefore, we here conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to quan

Clinical TrialHighlighted

The effect of hydrogen‑rich water consumption on premenstrual symptoms and quality of life: a randomized controlled trial

MHID-1852029PMID: 385323732024BMC Women's Health

Menekşe Nazlı Aker, İlknur M. Gönenç, Dilan Çalişici, Menekşe Bulut, Duried Alwazeer, Tyler W. LeBaron

Background  Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) consists of psychiatric or somatic symptoms negatively affecting the daily life. PMS treatment can involve the use of complementary-alternative approaches. Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that may treat PMS. This study aimed to investigate the effect of drinking HRW on the severity of premenstrual symptoms and the q

Mechanisms ReviewHighlighted

Mesenchymal Stem Cell Priming: Potential Benefits of Administration of Molecular Hydrogen

MHID-3162417PMID: 386754292024Pharmaceuticals

Mikhail Yu. Artamonov, Tyler W. LeBaron, Felix A. Pyatakovich, Inessa A. Minenko

Stem cell therapy has emerged as a promising avenue for regenerative medicine, offering the potential to treat a wide range of debilitating diseases and injuries. Among the various types of stem cells, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have garnered significant attention due to their unique properties and therapeutic potential. In recent years, researchers have been exploring novel approaches to enhan

Clinical Trial

Medium-Term Intake of Dihydrogen and Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Affects Brain Metabolism and Cognition in Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment

MHID-14786562024Current Developments in Nutrition

Sonja Baltic, Nikola Todorovic, Marijana Ranisavljev, Dragana Zanini, David Nedeljkovic, Darinka Korovljev, et al.

Objectives: Molecular hydrogen (H2) and pyrroloquinoline quinone (PQQ) have been suggested to activate metabolic pathways associated with cognition. No human studies have assessed the efficacy of this nutritional combination in the clinical context of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The primary objective of this randomized placebo-controlled trial was to evaluate the effects of a six-week suppleme

Observational Study

Successful treatment of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome using hydrogen gas: four case reports

MHID-3841687PMID: 379295122024Medical Gas Research

Shin-ichi Hirano, Yusuke Ichikawa, Bunpei Sato, Yoshiyasu Takefuji, Fumitake Satoh

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is characterized by unexplained fatigue and malaise that persist for more than 6 months with neuropsychiatric symptoms, including slight fever, headache, weakness, impaired thinking, and depression. The onset and severity of these symptoms vary and reduce the quality of life as well as social, occupational, and personal activities of thos

Clinical TrialHighlighted

The Effect of 14-Day Consumption of Hydrogen-Rich Water Alleviates Fatigue but Does Not Ameliorate Dyspnea in Long-COVID Patients: A Pilot, Single-Blind, and Randomized, Controlled Trial

MHID-4782143PMID: 387947672024Nutrients

Yineng Tan, Yixun Xie, Gengxin Dong, Mingyue Yin, Zhangyuting Shang, Kaixiang Zhou, et al.

Background: Hydrogen (H2) may be a potential therapeutic agent for managing Long COVID symptoms due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, more scientific literature is needed to describe the effects of H2 administration on treating symptoms. A study aimed to investigate the impact of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) administration on the fatigue and dyspnea of Long-COVID patients

Animal StudyHighlighted

The Role of Mast Cells in the Remodeling Effects of Molecular Hydrogen on the Lung Local Tissue Microenvironment under Simulated Pulmonary Hypertension

MHID-3306838PMID: 394567942024International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Dmitrii Atiakshin, Andrey Kostin, Alexander Alekhnovich, Artem Volodkin, Michael Ignatyuk, Ilya Klabukov, et al.

Molecular hydrogen (H2) has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fibrotic effects. In a rat model simulating pulmonary fibrotic changes induced by monocrotaline-induced pulmonary hypertension (MPH), we had previously explored the impact of inhaled H2 on lung inflammation and blood pressure. In this study, we further focused the biological effects of H2 on mast cells (MCs) and the parameters of