This book provides a comprehensive account of the current status of molecular hydrogen medicine
a young field that emerged with the discovery that inhalation of hydrogen gas leads to the
elimination of harmful reactive oxygen species in rats. Various physiologic effects have since
been demonstrated and possible medical applications identified. Numerous clinical projects
have now been undertaken yielding startling results. Despite this molecular hydrogen medicine
remains underappreciated among the medical community at large. The author aims to rectify this
situation by fairly but critically evaluating the potential clinical benefits based on the
latest scientific research. In addition the observed physiological effects of hydrogen gas are
considered within the broad context of the evolution of life on earth offering new
perspectives and helping to place molecular hydrogen medicine legitimately within the framework
of life sciences. Written in an accessible manner the book will be of value to students
researchers clinicians and the general public.
