One of our most asked questions is what product(s) we recommend. While this may seem like a very easy question to answer, we have taken the position of not recommending specific products for many reasons, which we will discuss here. We know this can be frustrating as a consumer, as you want an answer from someone you can trust, however, it is important to know that no authority, regardless of how charismatic they are, can replace the research done by oneself, especially when it involves large financial commitments or if it affects your health. With that being said, here are the main reasons MHI does not promote, endorse, sell, or recommend specific products, manufacturers, or brands.
Our mission is to educate on, advance the research of, and spread awareness of molecular hydrogen’s therapeutic potential.
The very foundation that MHI was founded on was to maintain the integrity of the industry by distilling accurate, science-based information to educate the public on molecular hydrogen and its potential therapeutic application.
We strive to give unbiased education. The moment any product is recommended, or even mentioned, many immediately jump to the false conclusion that we are now promoting or part of that company or product. To combat this, we have taken the stance that we do not recommend products. To help the public be smart consumers, our education courses are designed to teach about critical thinking, spotting pseudoscience, stopping misinformation in the industry, and importantly, molecular hydrogen and molecular hydrogen therapy.
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We do not do product evaluations
Since the mission of MHI is focused more on the research of molecular hydrogen, we do not do comprehensive product evaluations. Those with MHI, including Dr. LeBaron, simply follow the recommendations that MHI lists. If we named specific companies of whose products we used, then this could inadvertently represent an endorsement of the product or company which is not fair to many other companies out there that we don’t list, or don’t even know about. Remember, we are a global organization and the products available in one country may not be available in other countries. Moreover, there is a possibility that we might use a product without any issues, recommend it to others, and subsequently, those individuals experience malfunctions, breakdowns, or other issues with the same product or company, leading to their disappointment in MHI, the entity they trusted for the recommendation. There are also many subjective aspects to consider such as the price per serving, portability, ease of sharing with others, business opportunities associated with it, etc. What might be the best product for one, may not be the best product for another.
To effectively make a list of recommendations, we would need to do the following:
- have a comprehensive list of all the available products
- do a complete product evaluation in terms of dose/concentration, price, durability, consistency, etc.
- organize the products into different categories outlining the pros/cons
- evaluate the companies associated with the products to ensure they are ethical and aligned with the mission of MHI
- evaluate the marketing and promotional material to determine if we felt comfortable recommending them as some companies make outlandish and unsupported claims. We’d need to continue checking in with and helping companies address this marketing
- Constantly answer people’s questions to help them navigate which product is best for them
- Address customer’s concerns and issues that they have had with recommended products since nothing is perfect,
- many more considerations in order to be fair, accurate, and provide more of a service than a disservice.
All of these points would require an enormous amount of effort and time and would be something that doesn’t directly further our mission on the research of hydrogen and does not provide us with any additional funds to further our mission. We can’t be affiliates as that is not really appropriate for our position as as science-based nonprofit, and is not part of our mission. Let us outline some guidelines for you to follow when choosing a product.
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Why not just sell a product that we can trust?
We want to keep the nonprofit separate from the sales industry by providing knowledge and education, but not products. Our courses aim to help sales agents understand the benefits of molecular hydrogen and stop the spread of misinformation. This helps the sales agent better understand what it is they are selling, and remove myths from the industry. Our MHI courses help maintain the integrity of the industry and keep consumers safe and happy. Sales agents and practitioners who are part of the hydrogen industry need to understand safe and effective ways of implementing these therapies in the system. While there are no FDA-approved methods and means, there are safety considerations and scientific principles that need to be applied. Therefore, teaching them the scientific principles behind the products they are selling helps the industry grow and the public get educated.
However, if MHI were to have their own product or endorse a specific product, the credibility of the information we are producing would decrease (even if we are completely accurate) because there is a perceived additional motive behind the educational courses (i.e., sales of products). As a nonprofit, we see ourselves as an entity that needs to maintain the integrity of the industry, continually pursuing our mission of educating on, advancing the research of, and spreading awareness of molecular hydrogen’s therapeutic potential. Mixing products into our business plan could unintentionally hurt the integrity we strive to live up to.
Why are product recommendations and comparisons so difficult?
We have been asked to provide comparisons of products, or simply links to products that we know are good. However, this is difficult. Each individual has unique factors and needs that can make it difficult to make a product recommendation. Additionally, we don’t know a person’s budget for a product, motive for taking the product, and lifestyle for implementing the use of molecular hydrogen therapy. Without this information, we wouldn’t be able to give a good recommendation anyway. Lastly, testing and comparing products detract from our mission. It also gets messy because if we were to recommend one product, and not another, when both are equally good products, this could be frustrating to the other company, etc. Therefore, we believe it is your responsibility to choose a good product for yourself, and in our courses, we give you all the tools to do so.
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Learning about products
There are many products on the market today. There are hydrogen-producing water bottles that use the electrolysis method to produce Hydrogen Rich-Water (HRW). A common form of electrolysis is alkaline ionized water, also known as Electrolyzed Reduced Water (ERW), this type of water has a high alkaline pH and depending on many factors may have low to moderate levels of molecular hydrogen, as described here (link ERW articles) Another common method of producing HRW is by using tablets. Other hydrogen products on the market include inhalation devices. Be really careful when choosing a product because there are many products out there that claim to have hydrogen that does not actually have hydrogen. Additionally, as with any industry, there are some companies that may have past or current legal suits they are facing because of unethical business practices.
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Conclusion
Lastly, we encourage you to check out our educational courses. Our main source of revenue comes from the educational courses. Hardly anyone knows about hydrogen so, we currently do not receive enough direct tax-deductible donations to even cover basic admin costs. Your support in purchasing these courses helps us fulfill our mission. We would love to welcome you to the MHI family!
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