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What I Discuss with Alex Tarnava:
- His journey into hydrogen therapy after a mystery virus left him debilitated with polyarthritis and narcolepsy, leading him to explore PubMed and eventually uncover the benefits of hydrogen…05:20
- Discovering that his hydrogen machine was ineffective and learning that true therapeutic hydrogen levels are achieved with methods like magnesium sticks led him to delve deeper into the chemistry behind hydrogen production…10:52
- With a background in industrial design and a passion for science, Alex partnered with Dr. Richard Holland, leading to the successful development and commercialization of hydrogen tablets…15:35
- After successfully developing hydrogen tablets, Alex committed to advancing the science by collaborating with researchers worldwide to support numerous clinical trials and studies…20:27
- How they developed hydrogen tablets that create nanobubbles, enabling concentrations up to 12 parts per million, far exceeding standard hydrogen saturation levels…23:24
- How hydrogen therapy, alongside understanding its evolutionary role and the decline in humans' ability to produce it due to modern diets, could be key in managing chronic pain, reducing inflammation, and improving overall health…28:23
- How hydrogen might not only act as an antioxidant but also create mild oxidative stress to boost cellular defenses, and how it could work well with other treatments like chemotherapy…36:17
- How hydrogen balances oxidative stress and antioxidants in the body, acting selectively to target harmful radicals…39:36
- How hydrogen should be consumed quickly after dissolving tablets, ideally in larger volumes of water to get a higher dose, and how timing and dosage impact its effectiveness…42:28
- The challenges with hydrogen water bottles and generators, including issues with maintaining hydrogen concentration due to gasket wear and mineral buildup…48:48
- Why dissolving hydrogen tablets directly in your mouth or in a small amount of water can be risky…53:49
- The use of hydrogen bath tablets, which showed promising results in clinical trials, especially in reducing inflammation and muscle soreness…55:14
- Developing hydrogen tablets for many brands and looking into custom blends for different health benefits…59:22
- The fact that hydrogen tablets can be a valuable addition for anyone seeking health benefits…1:02:51
In this episode with Alex Tarnava, you'll get to dive into the fascinating world of molecular hydrogen and its powerful health benefits. Alex shares his personal journey from battling arthritis to discovering hydrogen's potential for gut repair and overall well-being. You'll also explore how hydrogen works as a mitohormetic agent, boosts mitochondrial health, and upregulates your body's antioxidant defenses. Alex also breaks down cutting-edge research, reveals the science behind hydrogen tablets, shares insights on dosing, and much more!
Alex Tarnava, the inventor of the molecular hydrogen tablet, leads the clinical and preclinical outreach programs for its development and research. He has published a significant number of papers on the subject through peer review, including numerous papers coauthored with my friend and former podcast guest, Dr. Tyler LeBaron (who I interviewed in the episode “The 30-Year-Old Scientist Phenom Who Runs a 2:30 Marathon, Deadlifts 420 Pounds & Drinks Hydrogen Enriched Water”).
Alex places great emphasis on why dose and concentration are important for hydrogen tablet use. He was even invited to present at the 1st Annual European Conference for Hydrogen in Biomedicine. His presentation on dosing conversions from translational to clinical research and the discrepancies between successful rodent studies and human studies was selected to be included in the course material for the pharmaceutical program at a university in Slovakia.
The way Alex has broken down the evolutionary need for hydrogen and why most people are deficient has resonated with listeners on many podcasts. He’s been a guest on The Skinny Confidential, Energy Blueprint, Mari Llewellyn’s Pursuit of Wellness, Dr. Will Cole’s The Art of Being Well, and The Dr. Gundry Podcast. In past years, Alex has also been a guest on shows for many friends, acquaintances, and colleagues of mine in the health and biohacking space, such as Dr. Mercola, Dr. Pompa, Kris Gethin, Siim Land, Joe Cohen, Roger Snipes, Dr. Gladden, Anthony DiClementi, and many more.
Tune in to explore how embracing hydrogen could transform your well-being and support your journey toward a healthier, more vibrant life!
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Resources from this episode:
- Alex Tarnava:
- Ben Greenfield Podcasts and Articles:
- The 30 Year Old Scientist Phenom Who Runs a 2:30 Marathon, Deadlifts 420 Pounds & Drinks Hydrogen Enriched Water.
- Is “Drinkable” Seawater The Future Of Health Tonics?, How “Quinton” Works, Isotonic vs. Hypertonic & Much More With Water Researcher Robert Slovak.
- Everything You Need To Know About How To Use Hydrogen Water: Timing, Dosing, Delivery Mechanisms, Hydrogen Tablets, Hydrogen Water Machines, Hydrogen Inhalers & Much More!
- Water & Water Filtration: Everything You Need To Know About Water Filters, Alkaline Water, Structured Water, Hydrogen-Rich Water, Deuterium-Depleted Water & Much More!
- Studies and Articles:
- Hydrogen-rich water exerts anti-tumor effects comparable to 5-fluorouracil in a colorectal cancer xenograft model
- Molecular Hydrogen Enhances Proliferation of Cancer Cells That Exhibit Potent Mitochondrial Unfolded Protein Response
- Hydrogen as a Selective Antioxidant: A Review of Clinical and Experimental Studies
- Hydrogen-rich water improves sleep consolidation and enhances forebrain neuronal activation in mice
- Can Hydrogen Water Enhance Oxygen Saturation in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease? A Non-Randomized, Observational Pilot Study
- Supersaturated Hydrogen-Rich Water Hydrotherapy for Recovery of Acute Injury to the Proximal Phalanges on the 5th Toe: A Case Report
- Therapeutic Potential of Hydrogen-Rich Water on Muscle Atrophy Caused by Immobilization in a Mouse Model
- Hydrotherapy with hydrogen-rich water compared with RICE protocol following acute ankle sprain in professional athletes: a randomized non-inferiority pilot trial
- Exercise-Induced Mitohormesis for the Maintenance of Skeletal Muscle and Healthspan Extension
- Mitohormesis, an Antiaging Paradigm
- Role of Catalase in Oxidative Stress- and Age-Associated Degenerative Diseases
- Therapeutic potentials of superoxide dismutase
- Other Resources:
- Dr. Richard Holland
- Water and Wellness Hydrogen Tablets (use code GREENFIELD to save 10%)
- Chromax Tablet
- Deuterium Depleted Water (DDW)
- Molecular Hydrogen Institute
- Henry's Law
- SiPhox Health (use code BEN to save 20%)
- Glutathione (use code BEN10 to save 10%)
- Superoxide Dismutase
- Catalase
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