What's the deal with hydrogen water?

Hydrogen water has been a subject of interest and research, as discussed by Andrew Huberman in the Huberman Lab. It refers to water that has been enriched with additional hydrogen, which can be achieved by dissolving magnesium tablets in water. This process creates molecular hydrogen that interacts with water molecules, potentially adjusting electron flow and affecting free radicals through increases in pH.

Some scientific studies, though still limited, have explored potential benefits such as reduced inflammation and improved cell function in adults over 30 years of age. Dr. Huberman has personally tried hydrogen-enriched water and noted the subjective experience of having more energy and feeling better. It's worth mentioning that the placebo effect could play a role in these feelings.

To experience hydrogen-enriched water, one can use dissolvable magnesium tablets, which are more cost-effective than buying pre-packaged hydrogen water. Andrew cautions against using any magnesium tablet that is not designed to create hydrogen water and suggests using these tablets sparingly, as not all drinking water needs to be hydrogen-enriched.

Overall, Andrew clarifies that while not everyone needs to consume hydrogen water, it can be a useful experiment for those who want to explore the benefits of higher pH water due to the better absorption and hydration it may provide, as long as the water has been properly filtered to remove other contaminants like fluoride and disinfectant byproducts 1 2 3 4 5.