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Can Hydrogen Water Enhance Oxygen Saturation in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease? A Non-Randomized, Observational Pilot Study

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Hydrogen Water: A Breath of Fresh Air for Chronic Lung Disease Patients?

A recent study from India found that drinking hydrogen water increased oxygen saturation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Hydrogen water may reduce inflammation and improve lung function, making it a promising treatment for COPD. More research is needed, but the findings suggest that hydrogen water could be a useful tool for people with chronic lung disease.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2023 Country India Rank Positive Journal Diseases Primary Topic Lung Secondary TopicChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Model Human Tertiary TopicOxygen Saturation Vehicle Water (Mg-Chemico) pH Alkaline Application Ingestion Comparison Complement

Background

Methods: Ten patients with chronic lung diseases due to COPD (n = 7), bronchial asthma (n = 2), and tuberculosis of the lung (n = 1) with oxygen saturation of 90-95% were provided high-concentration (>5 mM) HRW using H2-producing tablets for 4 weeks. Oxygen saturation was measured via oximeter and blood pressure via digital automatic BP recorder.

Methods

Results: HRW administration was associated with a significant increase in oxygen saturation (SpO2) and decrease in TBARS, MDA, and diene conjugates, with an increase in vitamin E and nitrite levels, compared to baseline levels. Physical training carried out after HRW therapy appeared to increase exercise tolerance and decrease hypoxia, as well as delay the need for oxygen therapy.

Results

Conclusion: Treatment with HRW in patients with hypoxia from chronic lung diseases may decrease oxidative stress and improve oxygen saturation in some patients. HRW therapy may also provide increased exercise tolerance in patients with chronic hypoxia, but further research is needed. Keywords: COPD; COVD-19; antioxidant; hydrogen-rich water; hypoxia; inflammation; oxidative stress.