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Systematic ReviewHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen therapy in musculoskeletal conditions: An evidence-based review and critical analysis

MHID-43477742026World Journal of Orthopedics

Naveen Jeyaraman, Madhan Jeyaraman, Swaminathan Ramasubramanian, Shrideavi Murugan, Arulkumar Nallakumarasamy, Sathish Muthu

Molecular hydrogen (H2) demonstrates selective antioxidant and anti-inflam- matory properties with therapeutic potential across musculoskeletal conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, exercise-induced muscle damage, chronic pain syndromes, tendinopathies, and muscle atrophy. This review critically evaluates preclinical and clinical evidence for H2 therapy and identifies research

Animal StudyHighlighted

Hydrogen-rich water improves endurance by reducing skeletal muscle oxidative stress and inflammatory responses

MHID-8967574PMID: 416411602026Frontiers in Nutrition

Eika Mizuno, Tatsuhiro Sato, Kosuke Okada, Ikuru Miura, Junichi Shoda, Makoto Saito, et al.

Introduction: Hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has been reported to reduce oxidative stress, suppress exercise fatigue, and enhance recovery. However, the molecular mechanisms of its effects on exercise capacity, especially during the early stages of adaptation in physically inactive individuals, remain unclear. Methods: Male 8-week-old C57BL/6 J mice were provided with purified water or HRW for 1, 2, 4,

Observational StudyHighlighted

Association Between Hydrogen-Rich Water Consumption and Lower Extremity Function in Older Adults Participating in Community Salons: A Prospective Observational Study

MHID-67657942026medRxiv

Yuusuke Harada, Michiko Miyakawa

Background: 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

Animal StudyHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen mitigates acetaminophen-induced liver injury and enhances the effects of N-acetylcysteine in diabetic mice

MHID-6449583PMID: 412075402026Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry

Naomi Kamimura, Katsuya Iuchi, Tsutomu Igarashi, Ikuroh Ohsawa, Chikako Nito, Jitsuo Usuda, et al.

Acetaminophen (APAP) overdose induces severe liver injury, especially in diabetic patients. N -acetylcysteine (NAC) is commonly used as an approved an- tidote for APAP toxicity; however, its narrow therapeutic window limits its clinical utility. This study investigated the protective effects of molecular hydro- gen (H2 ) against APAP-induced hepatotoxicity in diabetic mice. Diabetic db/db mice wer

Animal StudyIn VitroHighlighted

Mechanism by which hydrogen-rich water mitigates exercise-induced fatigue: activation of the immunoresponsive gene 1-itaconate/nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2/heme oxygenase-1 pathway

MHID-1663779PMID: 405801852026Medical Gas Research

Yinyin Zhang, Yajing Ying, Xianpeng Zu, Lingling Ding, Xuan Shi, Jing Wang, et al.

Exercise-induced fatigue limits athletic performance. Molecular hydrogen is an effective treatment for relieving fatigue, but the exact mechanism is not clear. In our study, a mouse model of fatigue was established to explore the molecular mechanism by which hydrogen-rich water reduces exercise-induced fatigue. The results showed that hydrogen-rich water improved the motor function of fatigue mice

Clinical TrialHighlighted

Hydrogen-rich water supplementation exhibits dose- and age-dependent effects on delayed-onset muscle soreness in professional soccer players

MHID-96660182025Journal of Physical Education and Sport

Jakub Krejčí, Michal Botek, Shigeo Ohta, Klara Botkova, Andrew McKune

Problem Statement: Effective inter-match recovery plays a crucial role in preserving performance and preventing injuries in well-trained soccer players. In this context, molecular hydrogen has attracted increasing attention in sports science due to its selective antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and cell-signaling properties that may facilitate recovery. Among the various administration methods, h

Animal StudyIn VitroHighlighted

The augment effects of magnesium hydride on the lipid lowering effect of atorvastatin: an in vivo and in vitro investigation

MHID-9975059PMID: 394361892025Medical Gas Research

Wanqiu Chen, Yinyin Zhang, Gen Miao, Yajing Ying, Zifu Ren, Xuejun Sun, et al.

There is strong evidence connecting increased serum lipid levels to cardiovascular disorders, including atherosclerosis. Statins is prescribed as the primary medication to decrease lipid levels. Recent research has demonstrated that hydrogen possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties by modulating the expression of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator-1α, ultima

Literature Review

Molecular hydrogen Mechanism against oxidative stress and application in periodontitis: A review

MHID-4621582PMID: 400680892025Medicine

Jiaxun Ying, Keran Zhang, Yangwen Huang, Xinyi Zhu, Yan Ruan, Haiyan Lin, et al.

Molecular hydrogen, as an effective anti-oxidative stress reagent, has been extensively studied in medicine with new developments continuing to be reported during the years. This review firstly discusses the mechanism of molecular hydrogen of alleviating oxidative stress. Considering the current antioxidant demand in clinical dental treatment, we summarize the progress and future potential of hydr

Animal StudyHighlighted

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

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

Literature Review

Delivery of Molecular Hydrogen for Precision Immunomodulation: Mechanisms, Detection Methods, and Applications

MHID-1191317PMID: 406196052025Advanced Science

Gangfeng Li, Hannan Cui, Ruixiao Fan, Guming Liu, Zishuo Hou, Yibo Zhang, et al.

The delivery of molecular hydrogen (H2) is increasingly recognized for its potential in precision immunomodulation, primarily through multiple pathways such as antioxidant action, modulation of inflammatory factors, and inhibition of apoptosis. These effects contribute to a balanced and functional immune system, highlighting the therapeutic promise of H2 in various inflammatory conditions. However, t

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

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Exploring the Potential of Molecular Hydrogen in Different Heart Failure Models: A Review

MHID-2922681PMID: 413737252025International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Daria Kornieieva, Barbora Kalocayova, Jan Slezak, Branislav Kura

Heart failure (HF) is increasing in prevalence in many countries around the world. HF is a complex clinical syndrome characterized by the heart’s inability to pump blood effectively, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. After an initial cardiac event (e.g., myocardial infarction, valve dysfunction, hypertension, etc.), adaptive mechanisms are activated to preserve cardiac function. Su

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Molecular Hydrogen in the Treatment of Respiratory Diseases

MHID-45792272025International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Dominika Zajac, Monika Jampolska, Piotr Wojciechowski

Molecular hydrogen is gaining increasing attention as an antioxidant, anti- inflammatory, and antiapoptotic agent. Once considered an inert gas, it reveals current therapeutic potential among others in inflammatory diseases, cancer, and sports medicine, among others. The present review aims to provide a consistent summary of the findings of the last twenty years on the use of molecular hydrogen in

Literature ReviewObservational StudyHighlighted

A Case Report of Adjuvant Molecular Hydrogen Therapy in Refractory Rheumatoid Arthritis With Atlantoaxial Subluxation

MHID-3682903PMID: 411676902025IN VIVO

YOU‐CHI REN, JENG‐WEI LU, YI‐JUNG HO, SHAN‐WEN LUI, TING‐YU HSIEH, KUANG‐YIH WANG, et al.

Background/Aim: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting synovial joints, often causing to joint destruction and systemic comorbidities. Cervical spine involvement, especially atlantoaxial subluxation (AAS), can lead to spinal cord compression and neurological deficits. While disease‑modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are standard therapy, intolerance to agents like

Literature Review

Molecular hydrogen as a novel regulator of cellular pyroptosis: mechanistic insights and therapeutic implications

MHID-3242181PMID: 405693542025Molecular Biology Reports

Yong Ye, Zi-hang Yu, Liang Nie, Bin Lu, Guo Mu

Pyroptosis, a highly inflammatory programmed cell death pathway, drives pathogenesis in numerous diseases through gasdermin-mediated membrane pore formation and massive cytokine release. While conventional anti-inflammatory therapies show limited efficacy, hydrogen emerges as a novel therapeutic agent with unique pyroptosis-regulatory capabilities. This review establishes a comprehensive mechanist

Animal StudyIn VitroHighlighted

Long-term administration of hydrogen-rich water enhances quality of life in diabetic rats and reduces renal neoplasm incidence through modulation of inflammatory and metabolic pathways

MHID-4061148PMID: 406876592025Translational Andrology and Urology

Qijie Chen, Shaoqing Yu, Yating Pan, Hong Tang, Yang Wang, Ninghan Feng, et al.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycemia, leading to severe systemic complications and reduced quality of life. Current therapies often fail to comprehensively alleviate diabetic complications, highlighting the need for novel approaches. Animal studies and clinical trials have demonstrated the therapeutic potential of molecular hy

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

Animal StudyHighlighted

Hydrogen-rich water consumption modifies the chemical, biochemical, nutritional, and bioactive properties of the goat’s colostrum and mature milk

MHID-0413972PMID: 401127282025Food Chemistry

Hilal Kanmaz, Didem Şahingil, Duried Alwazeer, Menekşe Bulut, Mushap Kuru, Mustafa Makav, et al.

This study aimed to investigate the effects of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) consumption in goats on the chemical composition, antioxidant activity, total phenolic content, in vitro antidiabetic activity (α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitions), free fatty acid profile, and volatile compounds of colostrum and mature milk. Goats were fed ad libitum with either normal water (NW) or HRW for 20–22 days b

Animal StudyEx VivoHighlighted

Degradation products of magnesium implant synergistically enhance bone regeneration: Unraveling the roles of hydrogen gas and alkaline environment

MHID-4421003PMID: 398164752025Bioactive Materials

Yuanming An, Haozhi Zhang, Shi’an Zhang, Yuantao Zhang, Lizhen Zheng, Xin Chen, et al.

Biodegradable magnesium (Mg) implant generally provides temporary fracture fixation and facilitates bone regeneration. However, the exact effects of generated Mg ions (Mg2+), hydrogen gas (H2), and hydroxide ions (OH-) by Mg degradation on enhancing fracture healing are not fully understood. Here we investigate the in vivo degradation of Mg intramedullary nail (Mg-IMN), revealing the generation of