The theory is that EDTA acts as an antioxidant, which protects the body from inflammation and protects blood vessels. Again, this idea has not been proved by scientific research. Children, pregnant women, and people who have heart or kidney failure should not have chelation therapy at any dose. Many years ago, chelation therapy was given in high doses and may have been linked to kidney damage, irregular heartbeats, and other serious consequences.
EDTA may remove vital minerals from the body along with the toxic metals. Vitamins and minerals are added to the EDTA solution to help keep them at an optimal level in the body to maintain health. Always tell your doctor if you are using an alternative therapy or if you are thinking about combining an alternative therapy with your conventional medical treatment.
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Newer theories include the possibility that EDTA functions like an antioxidant, preventing damaging molecules known as free radicals from injuring blood vessel walls and allowing plaque to build up. In fact, studies suggest that EDTA chelation therapy in combination with oral high-dose vitamins and minerals significantly reduced the occurrence of cardiac events compared to placebo. Other studies suggest EDTA chelation reduces further cardiac events among people who have diabetes, who have already had a heart attack.
EDTA is a synthetic chemical and not found naturally. Because there is concern that EDTA may deplete important vitamins and minerals, EDTA chelation therapy is often given with essential nutrients including calcium, B vitamins, vitamin C, and magnesium.
There are advertisements for oral chelating agents available on the market, some of which contain EDTA. However, they have not been studied in clinical trials. Some manufacturers promote topical EDTA solutions as well.
These also lack substantial research. Speak with your physician. The dose depends on the amount of lead in the child's blood, as well as the child's height and weight. Daily treatment for up to 5 days may be required. For heavy metal toxicity: EDTA chelation therapy is often given intravenously with calcium, magnesium, and vitamins B and C over a period of 1 to 3 hours.
The recommended adult dosage varies depending on the size of the person and the amount of lead or other metal in the body. The amount used would be determined in a hospital setting. The most common side effect is a burning sensation at the site of the injection. In addition, some people may have an allergic reaction to EDTA. Other serious side effects that have been reported include low blood sugar, diminished calcium levels, headache, nausea, dangerously low blood pressure, kidney failure, organ damage, irregular heartbeat, seizures, or even death.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC , there have been deaths associated with hypocalcemia low levels of calcium from intravenous chelation therapy. A qualified health care provider will monitor blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, organ function, and other vital statistics during treatment with EDTA.
EDTA may lower levels of nutrients such as calcium, zinc, and potassium. Your provider will perform blood tests to monitor vitamin and mineral levels before, during, and after EDTA chelation therapy. Your doctor may recommend supplemental vitamins and minerals, either orally or intravenously. Antibiotics, Cephalosporins: Animal studies suggest that EDTA may increase the absorption of cefmetazole, an antibiotic in a class known as cephalosporins.
Vitamins and minerals: EDTA chelation therapy may decrease levels of certain vitamins and minerals in the body, including vitamin C, magnesium, iron, and calcium.
Decreasing the effectiveness of Warfarin can increase the risk of infection. Please advised. Thank you. I do not know what to do. Please help me. I leave in texas , in Katy toni. Hi Toni, I am assuming that you are getting medical care for the above issue. They likely said that you have some type of tachycardia. They may have suggested medication for this or not. Though we do not offer medical advice on this site.
One of the reasons we recommend fish oils is that they help stabilize the cell membranes of heart muscle cells, magnesium can also do this. To your health, Ben.
I had angina 13 months ago. Two months later I joined an Ornish heart reversal program. I exercise on a treadmill 5 days a week and I've been keeping track of my BP and heart rate. I also get readings at about 15 minutes where my BP drops points below my pre-exercise BP although my heart rate is higher. I'm statin and niacin intolerant and not on any heart meds or other meds. I've never felt energized after treadmill exercising and sometimes feel groggy and depleted. I'm in my early 70's.
I feel just okay now. Any advice re: exercise for me?
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