Benefits of Hydrogen Water
by Nancy Hearn, CNC

The benefits of hydrogen water have been published in over 1,000 peer-reviewed, scientific papers, including more than 40 human studies.

These studies have demonstrated therapeutic benefits for over 150 disease models and for every organ system in the body.

Molecular Hydrogen Is the Key

A unique molecular molecule—Molecular Hydrogen (H2)—has been found in significant amounts in famous healing springs around the world, including Lourdes (France), Nadana (India), and Nordenau (Germany).

Researchers measured molecular hydrogen concentrations of up to .08 part per million (ppm) in the waters of these springs. This discovery led to further interest and the number of research studies exploring the benefits of hydrogen water have expanded exponentially.

Unfortunately, molecular hydrogen is not found in regular drinking water. The filtration and electrolysis of water (as it passes through a water ionizer) produces atomic hydrogen and it immediately bonds with another hydrogen atom to form molecular hydrogen.

In essence, a high-quality water ionizer can produce water that is very similar to the healing waters found in the famous healing springs mentioned.

Proven Benefits of Hydrogen Water

The benefits of hydrogen water (i.e., molecular hydrogen infused in water) are well documented. You can read details of the scientific studies in the resources below. Here is my summary of just 3 of the key benefits:

Powerful antioxidant—Molecular hydrogen is believed to be one of the most powerful and effective antioxidants in the body. First, it is a very small molecule, unlike other antioxidants such as Vitamin C or Vitamin E. It does not need to be digested thus it gets in the stomach lining quickly and goes to work on reducing oxidative stress. In addition, H2 specifically targets hydroxyl radicals (OH), which is the type of free radical in the body that causes oxidative stress. And last but not least, when molecular hydrogen eliminates the hydroxyl radical, it produces a non-toxic by-product in the body, which is water.

Improves energy and hydration—Drinking hydrogen water increases energy levels during exercise or other physical activity. It does this by helping to maintain the production of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) at the cellular level. In addition, the studies have shown that molecular hydrogen reduces lactic-acid levels during and after exercise. This reduction leads to reduced muscle fatigue and allows the body to recover faster. In addition, hydrogen water increases cellular hydration while neutralizing free radicals.

Reduces pain and inflammation—Molecular hydrogen has been shown to be an anti-inflammatory agent after injury. In addition, scientists believe it can also impact and modify genes that sustain a chronic inflammatory state within the body. H2 reacts with inflammation producing molecules which reduces oxidative stress as well as excess nitric oxide.

Further reading . . .

Scientific studies of the benefits of molecular hydrogen

Comprehensive Review Summary on Benefits of Diatomic Hydrogen used in Water; US National Library of Medicine

Alkaline Water Ionizer Reviews and Recommendations

Resource

Ebook: Hydrogen-Infused Water - The Fountain of Youth

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