Hydrogen Water Equipment Testing Results

Independent laboratory testing and analysis of our hydrogen water equipment range. All tests conducted using calibrated instruments to measure hydrogen concentration, oxidation reduction potential, pH balance, and water purity metrics.

Understanding the Test Metrics

Our testing measures six critical parameters that determine the quality and therapeutic potential of hydrogen-enriched water.

H2 Concentration (ppb)

Most Important

What it measures: Dissolved molecular hydrogen concentration in parts per billion (ppb).

Why it matters: Hydrogen (H2) is the therapeutic molecule. Studies show benefits at 0.5-1.6 ppm (500-1,600 ppb). Higher concentrations provide greater antioxidant potential and cellular signaling benefits.

Therapeutic range: 500-1,600 ppb. Our devices achieve 792-1,210 ppb – well within the clinically effective range.

ORP (mV)

Critical

What it measures: Oxidation-Reduction Potential in millivolts (mV). Indicates antioxidant capacity.

Why it matters: Negative ORP values indicate antioxidant-rich water that can neutralize harmful free radicals. The more negative the value, the greater the antioxidant potential.

Ideal range: -100 to -700 mV. Our devices achieve -160 to -704 mV, demonstrating powerful antioxidant capacity.

pH Level

Standard

What it measures: Acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 0-14. Neutral is 7.0.

Why it matters: While alkaline water (pH 8-10) is popular, research shows molecular hydrogen provides benefits independently of pH. Our devices maintain neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.6-7.5), ideal for daily consumption.

Note: The therapeutic benefits come from H2, not alkalinity. Extremely alkaline water may interfere with stomach acid digestion.

TDS (ppm)

Purity

What it measures: Total Dissolved Solids in parts per million. Includes minerals, salts, and other substances.

Why it matters: Lower TDS indicates purer water. The H2 Machine dramatically reduces TDS from 126 to 6 ppm, showing exceptional filtration while maintaining hydrogen enrichment.

Context: Bottled water typically ranges 50-300 ppm. Ultra-pure water <10 ppm.

EC (μS/cm)

What it measures: Electrical Conductivity in microsiemens per centimeter. Directly related to TDS.

Why it matters: EC indicates the water's ability to conduct electricity based on dissolved ions. Lower EC generally means purer water. Used as a quality control metric.

Relationship: EC and TDS are correlated – both decrease when water is filtered/purified.

Temperature (°C)

Reference

What it measures: Water temperature in degrees Celsius.

Why it matters: Temperature affects H2 solubility and retention. Colder water holds hydrogen longer. Temperature is recorded as a reference for standardizing other measurements.

Note: Our tests show H2 remains stable across the 11-18°C temperature range tested.

Detailed Testing Results

H2 Machine

Countertop hydrogen water generator with advanced filtration and electrolysis technology.

Condition	pH	Temp (°C)	TDS (ppm)	ORP (mV)	H2 (ppb)	EC (μS/cm)
Glass of tap water (baseline)	7.44	11.7	126	617	0	248
Glass of water from H2 Machine	7.52	12.8	6	-160	792	12

Key Insights

Exceptional filtration: Reduced TDS from 126 to 6 ppm (95% reduction)
High H2 concentration: Achieved 792 ppb molecular hydrogen
Strong antioxidant potential: ORP shifted from +617 to -160 mV
Dramatic EC reduction: From 248 to 12 μS/cm, indicating ultra-pure water

H2 Pitcher

Portable hydrogen water pitcher with dual hydrogen and magnetised cycles. Testing demonstrates H2 retention over time.

Condition	pH	Temp (°C)	TDS (ppm)	ORP (mV)	H2 (ppb)	EC (μS/cm)
Pitcher of bottled water (baseline)	7.25	13.3	300	-327	0	597
After running for 8 mins	6.91	14.4	272	-160	600	565
After running for 16 mins	6.77	15.2	288	-541	770	580
Pitcher left for 5 mins	7.12	16.1	280	-549	782	587
Pitcher left for 10 mins	6.9	16.2	283	-545	782	583
Poured into glass	6.9	16.3	290	-106	751	566
Poured into glass left for 5 mins	6.84	16.3	288	-224	737	580
Poured into glass left for 10 mins	6.85	16.4	286	-230	727	575
After magnetised cycle	7.1	17.3	293	15	343	538

Key Insights

Peak H2 concentration: Reached 782 ppb after 16 minutes (optimal run time)
Excellent H2 retention: Hydrogen remained stable at 782 ppb for 10+ minutes
Consistent when poured: H2 only dropped to 751 ppb when transferred to glass
10-minute stability: After 10 minutes in glass, still maintained 727 ppb (93% retention)
Important note: Magnetised cycle reduced H2 to 343 ppb – use hydrogen cycle for therapeutic effects

H2 Bottle

Portable rechargeable hydrogen water bottle with rapid generation capability.

Condition	pH	Temp (°C)	TDS (ppm)	ORP (mV)	H2 (ppb)	EC (μS/cm)
Bottled water before running (baseline)	6.6	17.3	299	221	0	595
After running 5 mins	6.65	17.6	315	-675	840	645
After running 10 mins	6.82	18.4	329	-704	1100	656

Key Insights

High H2 concentration: Achieved 1,100 ppb after 10 minutes
Rapid generation: Reached 840 ppb in just 5 minutes
Powerful antioxidant: ORP reached -704 mV (exceptional)
Portable convenience: Therapeutic levels on-the-go

H2 Bottle - Echo Go

Premium portable hydrogen water generator tested for comparison.

Condition	pH	Temp (°C)	TDS (ppm)	ORP (mV)	H2 (ppb)	EC (μS/cm)
Bottled water before running (baseline)	7.02	17.3	120	-704	0	237
After running 5 mins	7.06	17.6	120	-704	1170	235
After running 10 mins	7.24	18.4	121	-704	1210	238

Key Insights

Excellent H2 concentration: Achieved 1,210 ppb within therapeutic range
Rapid saturation: Reached 1,170 ppb in just 5 minutes
Maximum antioxidant potential: Maintained -704 mV ORP throughout testing
Low TDS source water: Started with clean bottled water (120 ppm TDS)
Consistent performance: Stable EC and TDS throughout hydrogen generation

How Hydrogen Water Works: Mechanism of Action

Understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind hydrogen water's therapeutic effects.

Selective Antioxidant Activity

Molecular hydrogen (H2) is the smallest molecule in existence, allowing it to rapidly diffuse across cell membranes and penetrate subcellular compartments including mitochondria and the nucleus.

Key mechanism: H2 selectively neutralizes hydroxyl radicals (•OH) and peroxynitrite (ONOO-), the most cytotoxic reactive oxygen species (ROS), while preserving beneficial signaling ROS like hydrogen peroxide (H2O2).

2•OH + H2 → 2H2O (harmless water)

Nrf2 Pathway Activation

H2 activates the Nrf2 (Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2) pathway, the master regulator of cellular antioxidant defense systems.

Result: Upregulation of endogenous antioxidant enzymes including:

Superoxide dismutase (SOD)
Catalase (CAT)
Glutathione peroxidase (GPx)
Heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1)

This creates sustained antioxidant protection that continues long after hydrogen consumption.

Anti-Inflammatory Signaling

H2 modulates inflammatory pathways by suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines and signaling molecules.

Effects include:

Downregulation of NF-κB (nuclear factor kappa B) inflammatory pathway
Reduction of TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6 (inflammatory cytokines)
Decreased COX-2 and iNOS expression
Modulation of inflammatory gene expression

These mechanisms explain H2's effectiveness in inflammatory conditions including arthritis, metabolic syndrome, and neuroinflammation.

Mitochondrial Protection

Mitochondria are the primary source of cellular energy (ATP) and endogenous ROS production. H2 directly protects mitochondrial function.

Mitochondrial benefits:

Prevents oxidative damage to mitochondrial DNA
Maintains electron transport chain efficiency
Reduces mitochondrial membrane potential collapse
Prevents cytochrome c release and apoptosis
Enhances ATP production

This explains improved energy levels, exercise performance, and recovery in H2 studies.

Gene Expression Modulation

H2 influences the expression of over 200 genes involved in cellular protection, metabolism, and longevity.

Pathways affected:

Antioxidant response elements (ARE)
Heat shock protein (HSP) expression
Autophagy and cellular cleanup pathways
Metabolic regulation genes
Circadian rhythm genes

These epigenetic effects may contribute to long-term health benefits.

Ghrelin Secretion & Cellular Signaling

H2 stimulates ghrelin secretion, a hormone with neuroprotective and metabolic regulatory functions beyond appetite control.

Ghrelin-mediated effects:

Neuroprotection via vagus nerve stimulation
Enhanced hippocampal neurogenesis
Improved insulin sensitivity
Cardioprotective effects
Anti-apoptotic signaling

This mechanism may explain H2's cognitive benefits and metabolic improvements observed in clinical studies.

Synergistic Multi-Target Effects

Unlike pharmaceutical drugs that target single pathways, molecular hydrogen exerts therapeutic effects through multiple complementary mechanisms simultaneously. This multi-target approach explains its broad applicability across diverse health conditions without adverse effects.

The combination of selective antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory signaling, mitochondrial protection, and gene expression modulation creates a comprehensive cellular defense and optimization system.

Clinical Research Context

Effective Dose Range

Over 1,000 peer-reviewed studies have established that hydrogen water provides therapeutic benefits at concentrations of 0.5-1.6 ppm (500-1,600 ppb).

Our devices deliver:

H2 Machine: 792 ppb
H2 Pitcher: 782 ppb
H2 Bottle: 1,100 ppb
Echo Go: 1,210 ppb

All well within the clinically validated therapeutic range.

Bioavailability

Molecular hydrogen is absorbed through three primary routes when consumed as hydrogen water:

Gastric absorption: H2 diffuses through stomach lining into bloodstream
Intestinal absorption: Further uptake in small and large intestine
Exhalation: Excess H2 exhaled through lungs (measurable in breath)

Peak blood H2 concentration occurs 5-15 minutes after consumption, with effects lasting several hours.

Safety Profile

Molecular hydrogen has an exceptional safety profile with no known adverse effects or toxicity at any concentration:

GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status
Used in deep-sea diving for decades (saturation diving)
No drug interactions reported
Safe for all ages including children and elderly
No contraindications

This makes hydrogen water suitable for daily, long-term use.

Optimal Usage

Recommended consumption:

Drink 300-600ml of hydrogen water 1-3 times daily
Consume within 30 minutes of generation for peak H2 content
Best absorbed on empty stomach or with light meals
Morning consumption may enhance metabolic benefits
Before/after exercise for performance and recovery

Our testing shows H2 remains stable for 10+ minutes, allowing practical consumption timing.

Testing Methodology

Equipment Used

H2 Meter: Calibrated dissolved hydrogen meter for ppb measurement
ORP Meter: Oxidation-reduction potential probe (±1 mV accuracy)
pH Meter: Digital pH probe (±0.01 pH accuracy)
TDS Meter: Total dissolved solids meter (±2% accuracy)
EC Meter: Electrical conductivity meter
Thermometer: Digital temperature probe (±0.1°C)

Testing Protocol

All instruments calibrated before testing using standard solutions
Baseline measurements taken on source water before treatment
Multiple time points measured to assess stability
Measurements taken at consistent room temperature
Each device tested according to manufacturer recommendations
Results recorded immediately after each measurement

Test Conditions

Room temperature: 20-22°C ambient
Source water: Tap water and bottled water as specified
Devices operated per standard usage instructions
No external interference or contamination
Testing conducted by trained technicians

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