Review or synthesisNarrative reviewOther or not reported
Molecular hydrogen as a novel antioxidant: overview of the advantages of hydrogen for medical applications.
Shigeo Ohta · Methods in enzymology · 2015
Research-use notice
Independent study record
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Primary topic
Molecular Hydrogen Overview
Evidence type
Review or synthesis
Publication type
Narrative review
Hydrogen method
Other or not reported
H2HUBB TAKEAWAY
This narrative review examined the available molecular-hydrogen literature. Molecular hydrogen (H₂) was believed to be inert and nonfunctional in mammalian cells. The reviewed evidence supports molecular hydrogen's therapeutic potential. Additional well-designed studies are needed to clarify clinical safety and effectiveness.
Main Findings Across the Literature
Molecular hydrogen (H₂) was believed to be inert and nonfunctional in mammalian cells.