Hydration bioanalyses of the effects of hydrogen-rich water (HRW)

Aim: To demonstrate the effects of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) on hydration by examining hematocrit, blood viscosity, and urine osmolality.

Materials and Methods: Hydrogen Evodrop rich water (HEW), produced from a patented device with hydrogen concentration therein 900-1200 ppb or 0.9-1.2 ppm, ORP ranging from -450 to -580 mV, and pH=7.1-7.3. Blood viscosity, hematocrit and urine osmolality had been determined in 10 volunteers (five women and five men) during the 21-day period of HEW intake, under standard dietary conditions.

Results: No evidence of erythrocyte agglutination or morphological abnormalities was observed. Urine osmolality in both men and women decreased after HEW consumption, likely due to improved hydration. However, osmolality before the consumption was higher in men compared to women. Both men and women exhibited statistically significant changes in hematocrit and blood viscosity parameters after consuming HEW, which decreased. This suggests improved hydration and reduced blood viscosity.

Conclusions: These results suggest that measurable hydration effects in the human body may be achieved through regular intake of HEW. The findings of the research support the benefit of the use of HEW in promoting body hydration. The analysis suggests that hematocrit is more closely associated with other factors, such as hydration status and plasma volume following HEW consumption. HEW consumption consistently affected urine osmolality, which may reflect in overall hydration status. Overall, HEW intake produced consistent changes in key hematological and renal hydration markers, indicating favorable effects on blood fluidity and water balance.