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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

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

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

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

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 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 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

Animal StudyIn VitroEx VivoHighlighted

Hydrogen activates ACOD1-itaconate pathway to ameliorate steroid-associated osteonecrosis

MHID-9370665PMID: 404119852025Biomaterials

Yuanming An, Lizhen Zheng, Shi’an Zhang, Haozhi Zhang, Yuantao Zhang, Hongwei Shao, et al.

Steroid-associated osteonecrosis (SAON) remains a challenging clinical condition as there are few effective preventive measures. This study investigates the effects of hydrogen (H2) administrated via saturated hydrogen-rich water (HRW) in mice received high dose of glucocorticoids (for inducing SAON model). Here we find that HRW treatment significantly reduces osteocyte apoptosis, improves deterio

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen as a biological marker and a drug

MHID-4821613PMID: 339191462024Pul’monologiya

Alexander G. Chuchalin

The aim of the review was to examine the main characteristics of hydrogen ion metabolism and its hemostatic function in the human body. For diagnostic purposes, molecular hydrogen (H2) is considered a biological marker. The results of the analysis of therapeutic programs for the clinical use of hydrogen are presented. The use of H2 as a drug in the treatment of more than 170 diseases is also discu

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 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

Clinical TrialHighlighted

Effects of 8 days intake of hydrogen-rich water on muscular endurance performance and fatigue recovery during resistance training

MHID-7865618PMID: 394347212024Frontiers in Physiology

Kaixiang Zhou, Chaoqun Yuan, Zhangyuting Shang, Wenhui Jiao, Yubo Wang

Background: Exercise-induced oxidative stress and inflammation can impair muscular function in humans. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of molecular hydrogen (H2) highlight its potential to be as an effective nutritional supplement to support muscular function performance in healthy adults. However, the effects of H2 supplementation on muscular endurance performance in trained indivi

Observational Study

Molecular Hydrogen Therapy in Aneurysmal SAH With RA and Newly-diagnosed SLE, Complicated With Acute Ischemic Infarction: A Case Report of Improved Immune Markers Including Tr1 Cells, Breg Cells and TIM3 Expression on Tc Cells

MHID-5046710PMID: 394774202024In Vivo

Jing-Yuan Chen, Jeng-Wei Lu, Shao-Wei Feng, Yi-Jung Ho, Shan-Wen Lui, Ting-Yu Hsieh, et al.

Background/Aim: Most nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhages (SAHs) are caused by ruptured saccular aneurysms, often resulting in a devastating clinical event characterized by high mortality and significant morbidity among survivors. Numerous studies have confirmed the neuroprotective effects of the molecular hydrogen due to its unique biological properties. Case Report: We present the case of a 44