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Effect of hydrogen inhalation on functional characteristics and intestinal gas biomarkers in wrestlers during physical exercise

MHID-05612832025Sportivnaya meditsina: nauka i praktika (Sports medicine: research and practice)

Oleg S. Medvedev, Aleksey A. Uzhakov, Olga L. Konnova, Oxana V. Povarova

Purpose of the study: to investigate the effect of periodic hydrogen inhalations for one month on the main performance characteristics, lactate levels and other biochemical parameters determined in the blood of young wrestlers after physical activity. Materials and methods. 10 healthy volunteer athletes took part in a prospective clinical study. The analysis of hydrogen and methane levels in exha

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen gas and its therapeutic potential in recent disease progression

MHID-6700629PMID: 382422812025Medical Gas Research

Md. Habibur Rahman, Cheol-Su Kim, Kyu-Jae Lee

The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of molecular hydrogen (H2) have been explored for their possible health advantages. H2 is the smallest and most basic molecule, and it may easily pass through cell membranes to reach cellular compartments. Research on the health significance of H2 is still in its early stages, and although some studies have yielded encouraging results, further resea

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

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

Animal StudyHighlighted

Application of Molecular Hydrogen in Early Heart Failure Development: Modulation of Microcirculation, Metabolism, Oxidative Stress, and Myocardial Status

MHID-6800574PMID: 414626182025Antioxidants

Anna Vyacheslavovna Deryugina, Darya Andreevna Danilova, Anastasia Vladimirovna Polozova

Oxidative stress is a key factor in the development of chronic heart failure (CHF). Molecular hydrogen (H2) exhibits antioxidant properties, yet the mechanisms by which it alleviates hemodynamic disturbances and ischemic myocardial injury in CHF are not fully under- stood. This study examined the effects of a single (40-min) and multiple (40-min daily for 5 days) inhalations of H2 in a rat model o

Animal StudyHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen protects against sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy through improving Golgi stress-mediated autophagy, inflammation and apoptosis

MHID-5014710PMID: 407174652025British Journal of Pharmacology

Shuqi Meng, Jianfeng Liu, Yanhua Luo, Yan Fan, Zhiwei Wang, Yu Song, et al.

Background and Purpose: Sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy (SIC) is the primary cause of mortality among people with sepsis. Hydrogen (H2) has a cardioprotective effect in SIC; however, its specific mechanism remains unclear. We thus explored whether 2% H2 treatment mitigates SIC through inhibiting Golgi stress and investigated the specific molecular pathways underlying this protective effect. Experime

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

Animal StudyHighlighted

Pharmacokinetics of Hydrogen During Hydrogen‑Saturated Saline Infusion in Pigs

MHID-5834617PMID: 398578172025Biomedicines

Masaki Shibuya, Masafumi Fujinaka, Mako Yonezawa, Natsumi Nishimura, Hitoshi Uchinoumi, Hiroshi Sunahara, et al.

Background: Hydrogen gas (H2) has been shown to be effective in the treatment of various clinical conditions, from acute illnesses to chronic illnesses. However, its clinical indications and the corresponding appropriate hydrogen delivery methods have yet to be determined. This is due to the fact that the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of hydrogen in each delivery method have not been exper

Clinical TrialHighlighted

Molecular hydrogen inhalation modulates resting metabolism in healthy females: findings from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study

MHID-1036598PMID: 399231332025Medical Gas Research

Pavel Grepl, Michal Botek, Jakub Krejčí, Andrew McKune

Initially, molecular hydrogen was considered a physiologically inert and non-functional gas. However, experimental and clinical studies have shown that molecular hydrogen has anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, and strong selective antioxidant effects. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of 60 minutes of molecular hydrogen inhalation on respiratory gas analysis parameters using a randomized, d

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

Literature ReviewHighlighted

Prospects of Hydrogen Medicine Based on Its Protective Effects on Mitochondrial Function

MHID-44233202024Molecular Hydrogen in Health and Disease, Advances in Biochemistry in Health and Disease

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

Mitochondria originated from aerobic bacteria in endosymbiosis. Through this symbiosis, eukaryotes acquired an efficient energy-producing system, but at the cost of exposure to oxidative stress from reactive oxygen species (ROS). Molecular hydrogen (H2) was recently identified as an antioxidant that selectively reduces ROS, such as hydroxyl radicals and peroxynitrite, which are strong oxidants, and

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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 Trial

Sixty-minute inhalation of molecular hydrogen decreases blood oxygen saturation but does not alter autonomic cardiac regulation at rest in healthy females: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study

MHID-7502024PMID: 414014412024Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology

Pavel Grepl, Jakub Krejčí, Andrew McKune, Michal Botek

Molecular hydrogen has gained attention for its potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and ergogenic effects. However, its impact on blood oxygen saturation and autonomic cardiac regulation under resting conditions remains unclear. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study investigated the effects of a 60-minute molecular hydrogen inhalation on oxygen saturation and hear

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Hydrogen gas inhalation prior to high-intensity training reduces attenuation of nitric oxide bioavailability in male rugby players

MHID-9198954PMID: 397039112024PeerJ

Yuqi Zhao, Chaoqun Li, Shi Zhou, Zhiguang Xu, Xin Huang, Li Wen

Background: Inhalation of hydrogen gas (H2) as an antioxidant supplement may alleviate exercise-induced oxidative damage and protect post-exercise hydrogen peroxide signaling, which may help mediate beneficial exercise adaptation. The aims of this study were to determine the effects of H2 inhalation on plasma nitric oxide (NO) level and its synthesis precursor in professional athletes. Methods: A

Animal Study

Molecular hydrogen attenuates sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy in mice by promoting autophagy

MHID-5679511PMID: 383958002024BMC Anesthesiology

Yan Cui, Yingning Li, Shuqi Meng, Yu Song, Keliang Xie

Background: Approximately 40 to 60% of patients with sepsis develop sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy (SIC), which is associated with a substantial increase in mortality. We have found that molecular hydrogen (H2) inhalation improved the survival rate and cardiac injury in septic mice. However, the mechanism remains unclear. This study aimed to explore the regulatory mechanism by which hydrogen modula

Clinical TrialHighlighted

Effects of hydrogen-rich water on blood uric acid in patients with hyperuricemia: A randomized placebo-controlled trial

MHID-1498378PMID: 392581912024Heliyon

Fenglin Wu, Jun Ma, Junli Xue, Xue Jiang, Jinyu Liu, Jiashuo Zhang, et al.

Background: Consumption of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) has been shown to have anti- inflammatory and metabolic-modulatory benefits. Objective: A randomized, placebo-controlled trial was conducted to assess the potential blood uric acid-lowering effects of HRW consumption with different doses (low and high doses) and duration (4 and 8 weeks) in patients with hyperuricemia. Methods: The Placebo grou

Animal StudyHighlighted

Molecular Hydrogen Reduces Mean and Systolic Blood Pressure in Various Forms of Hypertension, as Well as Inflammatory Processes in Lung Tissue, in Wistar Rats

MHID-13886872024Journal of Evolutionary Biochemistry and Physiology

M. M. Artemieva, T. A. Kuropatkina, V. V. Shishkina, D. V. Serebryanaya, D. A. Adasheva, O. S. Medvedev, et al.

Molecular hydrogen demonstrates antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It has been shown to have a protective effect in several cardiovascular diseases. The aim of this work was to investigate the effect of breathing atmospheric air containing 4% hydrogen on the degree of development of monocrotaline-induced pulmonary hypertension and associated lung tissue inflammation, as well as the degr

Literature Review

Effects of Molecular Hydrogen in the Pathophysiology and Management of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases

MHID-6342582PMID: 390776462024Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine

Ram B. Singh, Zuzana Sumbalova, Ghizal Fatima, Viliam Mojto, Jan Fedacko, Alex Tarnava, et al.

Diet and lifestyle choices, notably the Western-type diet, are implicated in oxidative stress and inflammation, factors that elevate the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). In contrast, the Mediterranean of diet, rich in antioxidants, appears to have protective effects against these risks. This article highlights the dual role of diet in generating molecular