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Jul 2025
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263. Why I Changed My Mind About Hydroge...

PAUL SALADINO, MD
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Ever wondered why a molecule as simple as hydrogen could influence everything from Parkinson's to metabolic syndrome?

We explored how molecular hydrogen selectively targets only the most harmful free radicals while leaving beneficial ones alone, making it fundamentally different from every other antioxidant supplement gathering dust in your cabinet.

The six-month metabolic syndrome study particularly caught my attention: participants drinking hydrogen water saw improvements in glucose levels, HbA1c, inflammation markers, and even lost weight – with no diet changes or exercise requirements.

Tyler breaks down why those expensive alkaline water machines aren't doing what you think (spoiler: it's not about pH), why hydrogen inhalation requires serious safety considerations, and exactly how to dose hydrogen water for maximum benefit.

And on top of all this, we tackle why this primordial molecule – literally present since the beginning of the universe – seems almost designed to work with human biology, and why megadoses of vitamins C and E can actually harm exercise performance while hydrogen acts as a fine-tuning modulator.


Timestamps:

0:00 Hydrogen's effects on major diseases

2:45 Six-month metabolic syndrome study results

5:15 Hydrogen only targets toxic radicals

6:08 Divine properties of hydrogen molecule

10:12 Basic chemistry of oxidation and reduction

15:30 Dangers of excessive antioxidants

23:45 How hydrogen modulates antioxidant systems

47:20 Hydrogen production in your gut

56:30 Inhaled vs drinking hydrogen water

61:15 Explosive dangers of hydrogen inhalation

71:30 Therapeutic dosing for hydrogen water

85:45 Debunking alkaline and structured water

94:30 Tyler's elite athletic performance secrets


Disclaimer:

Dr. Paul Saladino received his medical degree from the University of Arizona Medical School. His use of "doctor" or "Dr." in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Saladino is a licensed physician in California, but he no longer practices in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people full time.

This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, or prescription. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Saladino and you. Always consult your physician before making any health decisions.

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