Augmentation of Oxygen Uptake Response through Inhalation of Molecular Hydrogen during an Incremental Exercise Test

It has recently been shown that molecular hydrogen (H2) ameliorates oxidative stress-induced tissue damage by scavenging reactive oxygen species and modifies mitochondrial function. However, studies on the effects of H2 during exercise in healthy humans are limited. PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of H2 gas inhalation on oxygen uptake (VO2) response during an incremental exercise test performed on a cycle ergometer. METHODS: This study was...