Definition: Water infused with molecular hydrogen gas (Hâ‚‚).
Also called: Hydrogen-rich water or hydrogenated water.
How to get it:
Buy bottled hydrogen water.
Use a hydrogen water generator (like the one you plan to buy from Dick Smith).
Use hydrogen tablets that dissolve in water.
đź“Š Nutrition Profile
Calories: 0
Macronutrients: 0g protein, fat, carbs
Micronutrients: Varies by brand; may contain small amounts of:
Vitamin A, C
Calcium, Magnesium
Potassium, Sodium
âś… Potential Health Benefits (Based on Early Research)
Benefit Area
What the Research Says
⚠️ Strength of Evidence
Radiation Therapy
May improve quality of life and reduce fatigue, nausea, etc.
Moderate (small study, 49 people)
Athletic Performance
May reduce fatigue, aid recovery, increase endurance
Low–Moderate (mixed results across studies)
Antioxidant/Anti-inflammatory
May help prevent oxidative stress-related diseases
Moderate (promising but early)
Heart Health
May improve cholesterol, reduce angina, improve artery function
Low–Moderate
COVID-19
May reduce “cytokine storm” (inflammatory response)
Early-stage evidence
Metabolic Syndrome
May improve BMI, lower A1c (but not fasting glucose)
Low–Moderate
Kidney Disease (Dialysis patients)
Improved kidney function and reduced fatigue
Moderate (small studies)
Cancer
Some tumor shrinkage in combo with medication
Early/preliminary
Mental Health
Possible improvements in anxiety, inflammation
Low evidence
Liver Function
Improvements in hepatitis B, fatty liver
Moderate (small studies)
Weight Loss
May lower BMI
Low (early findings only)
⚠️ Limitations
Many studies are:
Small
Short-term
Lack control groups
Most research still in early stages
Experts agree: More robust clinical trials are needed
đźš« Negative Side Effects
No known major risks from drinking hydrogen water
Main risk (rare): Hyponatremia from drinking too much water (very rare outside of endurance athletes)
đź’ˇ Usage Guidelines
Question
Recommendation
How much to drink?
~900 ml/day (your plan) is safe and in line with research
When to drink?
Some studies suggest on an empty stomach for better absorption
Best water to use?
Mineral or filtered water (as you’re doing with Perrier or Pellegrino)
Hydrogen source?
Prefer home generators or tablets to ensure proper saturation
🧬 Bioavailability & Effectiveness Tips
Hydrogen gas (H₂) is volatile and escapes quickly — drink water immediately after generating it
Use high-quality generators that ensure high hydrogen concentration (1.0–1.6 ppm is standard)
Store hydrogen water in airtight, aluminum or special plastic containers if pre-made
đź“ť Final Takeaway
Hydrogen water may offer modest benefits for:
Inflammation
Oxidative stress
Athletic recovery
Some chronic diseases
But:
Hydration itself (even with regular water) offers substantial health benefits
The added value of hydrogen is still under investigation
Your use (900ml/day with mineral water) is safe, low-risk, and potentially helpful within a comprehensive health protocol like the one you’re following
âś… Bottom Line for Your Plan
âś… Should you use it?
Yes – Low-risk, may be beneficial as part of a broader wellness routine
⚠️ Is it a miracle cure?
No – promising, but not enough evidence to replace proven treatments