The basis of hydrogen therapy is rooted in the following principles:
- Antioxidant Properties: Molecular hydrogen is considered a potent antioxidant. It has the ability to neutralize and reduce oxidative stress by selectively scavenging harmful reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the body. Oxidative stress is implicated in various health conditions and the aging process.
- Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Hydrogen has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. It can modulate inflammatory responses, potentially reducing inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation is associated with a variety of health issues.
- Cellular Protection: Hydrogen therapy may provide cellular protection by influencing cell signaling, gene expression, and various cellular functions. This protection could contribute to the overall well-being of cells and tissues.
- Mitochondrial Function: Molecular hydrogen may have a positive impact on mitochondrial function, the energy-producing organelles within cells. Improved mitochondrial function is crucial for overall cellular health and energy production.
- Regulation of Gene Expression: Some studies suggest that hydrogen therapy may influence the expression of certain genes related to various physiological processes, potentially contributing to therapeutic effects.
- Selective Action: One unique aspect of hydrogen therapy is its selectivity. It appears to target and neutralize only harmful reactive oxygen species while leaving essential signaling molecules and beneficial ROS unaffected.
氫療法的基礎植根於以下原則：
- 抗氧化特性：分子氫被視為一種強效抗氧化劑。它具有中和並減少體內有害的活性氧化物種（ROS）的能力，有選擇性地清除。氧化應激與多種健康狀況和衰老過程有關。
- 抗炎效果：氫被證明具有抗炎特性。它可以調節炎症反應，潛在地減少身體內的炎症。慢性炎症與多種健康問題相關。
- 細胞保護：氫療法可能通過影響細胞信號、基因表達和各種細胞功能來提供細胞保護。這種保護可能有助於細胞和組織的整體健康。
- 線粒體功能：分子氫可能對線粒體功能產生積極影響，線粒體是細胞內的能量產生器。改善線粒體功能對於細胞的整體健康和能量生產至關重要。
- 基因表達的調節：一些研究表明，氫療法可能影響與各種生理過程相關的某些基因的表達，有可能有助於治療效果。
- 選擇性作用：氫療法的一個獨特之處在於其選擇性。它似乎只針對並中和有害的活性氧化物種，同時保留了必要的信號分子和有益的ROS。