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Mar 2025
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150. Alex Tarnava: Unlocking Longevity w...

Gary Brecka
About this episode

What if a single molecule could rewrite your health story, slashing inflammation, supercharging your energy, and maybe even adding years to your life? I just went deep into the science in this episode with Alex Tarnava, the genius behind H2Tab. We unpack how hydrogen water benefits your body in ways you never imagined. This isn’t just another biohacking fad—it’s a game-changer backed by cutting-edge research, and it’s so simple you’ll wonder why you haven’t tried it yet! What’s stopping you from unlocking your potential—could it be as simple as a glass of water?


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Timestamps:

00:00 ​Intro of Show

00:03:00 - Alex’s Personal Journey Begins

00:06:05 - Inflammation Marker Explained

0:08:08 - Early Hydrogen Experiments

00:11:38 - Developing H2Tab

00:12:28 - Magnesium Bioavailability Bonus

00:14:16 - Partnering with Dr. Richard Holland

00:18:49 - Hydrogen vs. Caffeine Studies

00:19:56 - Anti-Aging Research (Journal of Experimental Gerontology)

00:25:33 - Mechanisms of Hydrogen in the Body

00:31:31 - Hydrogen for Sports Performance

00:34:42 - Anti-Inflammatory Mechanism

00:37:08 - Hydrogen Baths Anecdote

00:48:12 - Gut Health Benefits

0:50:56 - How to Use H2Tab

00:54:12 - Pre-Exercise Hydrogen “Bomb”

00:55:45 - Olympic Athlete Study

00:57:38 - Gender-Specific Benefits

00:59:50 ​“What does it mean to you to be an Ultimate Human?”


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