Several in vitro and laboratory tests have looked at the anti-cancer potential of hydrogenated water.

 It is true that research is at a very early stage and we are a long way from confirming its benefits but early signs are certainly promising.

In one study published in 2010, researchers found that applying a hydrogen-rich solution to cancer cells could actually shrink the cells and inhibit their growth. (1)

Few studies have been done to examine the effects of hydrogenated water on cancer in humans but one study, in particular, suggests it can improve quality of life in people in the later stages of the disease. 

The study published in 2011 set out to examine whether hydrogenated water could improve the quality of life in patients undergoing radiotherapy for liver cancer.

49 patients undergoing radiotherapy for liver tumors were either given hydrogen water or a placebo for 6 weeks.

The researchers found that consuming hydrogen water significantly improved the quality of life of these patients. According to researchers, hydrogen water reduced the biological response to oxidative stress caused by the radiation treatment. (2)

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Drinking hydrogenated water may also protect the brain from damage caused by injury or the degenerative illnesses that occur with age.

Studies done on animals indicate that consuming water rich in hydrogen can protect against neurological damage following brain injury during stroke or surgery. (3) (4)

Studies also show it can protect the brain from the oxidative damage that occurs naturally. (5)

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The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nature of hydrogenated water may also protect the heart from damage and disease.

A number of animal studies indicate that hydrogen-rich substances can significantly increase your prospects of recovery following a heart attack or heart failure.

Research shows that hydrogen saline solutions can help prevent further damage to the heart from oxidative stress and inflammation. (6) (7)

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Inflammation lies at the heart of most diseases including serious disease ranging from arthritis to heart disease and dementia. The good news is that research shows hydrogen can attack inflammation.

In one study, researchers looked at the effects of hydrogen water on mice with inflammatory bowel disease. They found that the hydrogenated water helped reduce inflammation and even prevent other animals from getting the disease. (8)

Other studies have found that hydrogen water could ease lung inflammation which could benefit asthmatics while another found it helped relieve inflammation of the liver. (9) (10)

There is also some evidence that hydrogen water treatment can slow down the progression of rheumatism. (11)

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Drinking hydrogenated water can also improve the metabolism of fat and glucose even for people who have type 2 diabetes. (12)

In one study done on rats, researchers found that treatment with hydrogen had a beneficial effect on obesity, cholesterol levels, and fatty liver. (13)

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Drinking hydrogen-rich water can also help to support strong muscles and bones.

Research done on the benefits of hydrogen water suggests that the antioxidant nature of the water can help strengthen the bones and prevent bone loss which occurs when we age. (13)

Studies also show it can prevent a disease called osteopenia - a similar condition to osteoporosis which occurs when the mineral and protein contents of your bones are reduced. (14)

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