Inhalation of hydrogen gas suppresses hepatic injury caused by ischemia/reperfusion through reducing oxidative stress

Breathe Easy: How Hydrogen Gas May Help Reduce Liver Damage

Inhaling hydrogen gas may help reduce liver damage caused by ischemia/reperfusion, a condition that occurs when blood flow to the liver is blocked and then restored. A Japanese study found that hydrogen gas reduced oxidative stress and liver damage in mice. This research has implications for human health, particularly for people who undergo liver surgery or transplantation.