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Hydrogen improves neurological function through attenuation of blood–brain barrier disruption in spontaneously hypertensive stroke-prone rats

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How Hydrogen Helps Protect Our Brains After a Stroke

Researchers found that hydrogen-rich water can help protect the brain from damage after a stroke by reducing blood-brain barrier disruption. This study, conducted on rats, has promising implications for human health. Hydrogen acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralizing harmful free radicals that can damage brain cells.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2015 Country Japan Rank Positive Journal BMC Neuroscience Primary Topic Brain Secondary TopicStroke Model Rat Tertiary TopicIschemia-Reperfusion Injury Vehicle Water (Dissolved) pH Neutral Application Ingestion Comparison Complement