Hydrogen Water Reduces Anxiety and Stress in Daily Life Study

Authors
Journal
Medical Gas Research
Year
DOI
10.4103/2045-9912.222448
Study Type
Human
Outcome
Positive
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Country
Japan
Health Condition
Anxiety
Body System
Nervous System

TL;DR

Drinking hydrogen-rich water might improve quality of life by reducing stress and anxiety levels and enhancing brain function.

Key Finding

Hydrogen-rich water reduced anxiety scores and resting sympathetic nerve activity (a marker of stress response) more than placebo in healthy adults over 4 weeks.

Summary

This study tested whether drinking hydrogen-rich water (water infused with hydrogen gas) could improve mood, anxiety, and nervous system function in healthy adults. Over 4 weeks, 26 volunteers drank either 600 mL of hydrogen-rich water or regular water daily. Those who drank hydrogen-rich water showed lower anxiety scores and reduced stress-related nerve activity compared to the placebo group, suggesting the treatment may help the body handle daily stress better.

Practical Takeaway

This small, short-term study suggests hydrogen-rich water may help with stress and anxiety in healthy people, but the findings are preliminary. Larger studies with longer follow-up are needed before drawing firm conclusions about real-world benefits. If you're considering trying hydrogen water, discuss it with a healthcare provider, especially if you take medications or have existing health conditions.

Abstract (excerpt)

Health and a vibrant life are sought by everyone. To improve quality of life (QOL), maintain a healthy state, and prevent various diseases, evaluations of the effects of potentially QOL-increasing factors are important. Chronic oxidative stress and inflammation cause deteriorations in central…

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