Application of Molecular Hydrogen as a Novel Antioxidant in Sports Science.
Takuji Kawamura, Kazuhiko Higashida, Isao Muraoka · Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity · 2020
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H2HUBB TAKEAWAY
This narrative review examined the available evidence on molecular hydrogen. Although H₂ has been thought to be an inert gas in living bodies for many years, an animal study reported that inhalation of H₂ gas decreased oxidative stress and suppressed brain injury caused by ischemia and reperfusion injury due to its antioxidant action. The reviewed evidence supports molecular hydrogen's therapeutic potential. Additional well-designed studies are needed to clarify clinical safety and effectiveness.
What the Review Examined
The review examined application of Molecular Hydrogen as a Novel Antioxidant in Sports Science.
Main Findings Across the Literature
Although H₂ has been thought to be an inert gas in living bodies for many years, an animal study reported that inhalation of H₂ gas decreased oxidative stress and suppressed brain injury caused by ischemia and reperfusion injury due to its antioxidant action.
Authors’ Conclusion
A distinct authors’ conclusion was not available in the source material reviewed by H2HUBB.