Hydrogen water is plain water with hydrogen gas added to it. According to some sources, adding hydrogen gas to water increases its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Hydrogen gas has been touted for its ability to increase energy, slow the aging process and improve muscle recovery after intense sports training.
Sometimes manufacturers sell hydrogen water bottled with gas already added to it. You can also buy hydrogen water tablets.
Drop one tablet into a bottle to add the hydrogen gas to the water.
A tablet dropped into a tightly closed bottle of water for about 10 to 15 minutes will generate hydrogen bubbles that will dissolve in the water.
Current research on the health benefits of hydrogen water is limited.
Hydrogen water contains
Calories: 0
Carbohydrates: 0 g
Fat: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
The mineral and vitamin content of hydrogen water will vary depending on where the water is sourced. It usually contains the following vitamins and minerals:
- Vitamin A;
- Vitamin C;
- Calcium carbonate;
- Magnesium sulfate;
- Potassium;
- Sodium sulfate.
