The Gillett Health Podcast
Hydrogen Water | The Gillett Health Podcast #74
Jun 3, 2024
Guest James O'Hara discusses the hype around hydrogen water, exploring its health benefits, exercise performance impact, and studies on mice. They critique a Japanese study on autoimmune disorders and discuss the implications for athlete recovery and adaptation.
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- Hydrogen water may offer recovery support for non-athletes, but its performance benefits for elite athletes remain uncertain.
- Studies on hydrogen water's impact on exercise performance show mixed results, indicating subtle improvements in VO2 max and perceived exertion, but effectiveness varies based on individual fitness levels.
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Key Points on Hydrogen Water
Hydrogen water, a trending topic, is examined for its health claims and benefits. The podcast discusses the various claims made by companies selling hydrogen water devices, such as reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, improving gut health, brain function, energy levels, athletic fatigue, sleep, and recovery. However, the evidence regarding these claims is limited and not strong enough to make definitive recommendations.
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