Substances THAT MAY BE USED IN
ORAL CHELATION THERAPY
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (Thioctic Acid) An extremely powerful antioxidant
capable of trapping many different types of free radicals in the body, and also
is able to chelate (pull out) heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and mercury.
Chlorella A freshwater, nutritive, single-celled green algae superfood,
a regenerative tonic, blood builder, anti-viral, anti-biotic, and
anti-carcinogenic that enhances the immune system. It facilitates heavy metals
being removed from the body. Chlorella can mobilize mercury from inside the
brain and from non-neurologic structures (muscles, ligaments, connective tissue
and bone).
Carrageenan DL-Methionine is an amino acid. DL-methionine assists in
many of the detoxification mechanisms in the body. DL-Methionine chelates heavy
metals such as Lead. Plays an important role in some drug-detoxifying pathways.
A diet "deficient in methionine causes premature atherosclerosis", which is
fatty fibrous plaques which can diminish arterial flow.
EDTA EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid) is an amino acid. EDTA is
so effective at removing unwanted minerals and metals from the blood, it has
been the standard-FDA-approved-treatment for lead, mercury, aluminum and cadmium
poisoning for more than 50 years.
Garlic (active ingredient-allicin) Chelates heavy metals such as
Cadmium, Gold, Lead and Mercury, and acts as a detoxifier. It has been shown to
lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, total cholesterol by an average of
9-12%, hypertension (high blood pressure), and has been used as a preventative
measure for atherosclerosis (fatty deposits on the artery walls). Used primarily
for its well-documented cardiovascular benefits in Europe and in the U.S., it
has also been researched for its chemo-preventive properties by the National
Cancer Institute. It has been used as an anti-tumor agent to inhibit tumor
growth, and as an anti-biotic, anti-fungal and anti-septic formula.
Activated Attapulgite (clay) Chelates (bonds) with heavy metals throughout
the intestinal tract.
L-Cysteine An amino acid. Cysteine acts as a complexing agent by
attaching itself to the lead and carrying it out of the body. It is a heavy
metal scavenger and liver protector. It is sometimes used to improve cholesterol
ratios and to help lessen the risk of coronary artery disease.
L-Lysine An amino acid involved in the structural repair of damaged
blood vessels. It has a beneficial effect on lead toxicity and high blood
pressure.
Sodium Alginate Binds with unwanted toxic metals and removes them from
the body through the intestinal tract. Trimethylglycine
TMG The newest and most effective compound which contributes to DNA
stability, liver detoxification, brain neurotransmitter production. TMG can
lower homocysteine levels naturally and thereby lower our risk of heart and
vascular disease.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) An antioxidant in its own right, vitamin C
also helps to protect us from heavy metals, particularly lead and arsenic which
can poison certain enzyme reactions in your body. It protects artery linings by
making them more resistant to the kind of injury that permits plaque formation.
It is also used to protect us from the effects of environmental pollution and is
a free radical fighter.
Bromelain A potent enzyme that naturally supports the bodys ability to
break down blood clots as they develop and diminish inflammation.
Lipase An enzyme that assists in the breakdown and digestion of fat in
the body and arteries.
Catalase Antioxidant. Catalase converts hydrogen peroxide into oxygen
and water, metabolic products which the body can use.
Beet Juice Powder This nutrient-rich food is known to improve general
circulation by inhibiting congestion of the vascular system. Beet Juice Powder
is a natural blood cleanser, which greatly benefits the liver and entire body.
Bioflavonoids (lemon) Bioflavonoids are color producing pigments found in
plants. Bioflavonoids are antioxidants, known for their ability to chelate (bond
with and remove) metals from the body. They reduce blood cell stickiness and
decrease bleeding from small, fragile vessels.
Calcium (citrate) Essential for healthy bones, CNS (Central Nervous
System), muscle and cardiac function. Its deficiency is associated with
hypertension and palpitations. It replaces the calcium that is lost by chelating
substances.
Choline Choline is a vitamin that is called a lipotropic (has an
affinity for lipids-fats). Lipotropics are fat metabolism assisting agents. Its
deficiency is associated with cardiac symptoms and hypertension.
Chondroitin Sulfate A This nutrient is a constituent of the arterial
wall and has anti-coagulant (prevents blood stickiness), anti-lipemic (anti-fat
in blood stream) and anti-thrombogenic (prevents clots) properties.
Chromium Chromium has been shown to lower serum cholesterol and
triglyceride levels and raise healthy HDL levels. Chromium also increases
glucose tolerance, another important aspect of artery protection.
Cilantro Extract (Chinese Parsley) Shown in clinical trials and
research to mobilize mercury, tin and other toxic metals stored in the brain and
spinal cord and moves them rapidly out of those tissues. This is a revolutionary
discovery and makes Cilantro the first known substance that mobilizes mercury
from the CNS (Central Nervous System).
Copper Gluconate Copper is an essential trace mineral needed for good
human health. It is also one of the most important blood antioxidants. A copper
deficiency causes higher serum cholesterol levels along with the lesions similar
to those seen in coronary artery disease. Its deficiency is associated with
hypercholesterolemia (increased levels of fat in the blood) and myocardial
(heart muscle) degeneration.
Coenzyme Q10 A vitamin-like substance that resembles Vitamin E, but
which may be an even more powerful antioxidant. It plays a critical role in the
effectiveness of the immune system and in the aging process. Testing has shown
that CoQ10 reduces angina and improves cardiac function. Dr. Peter Langsjoen and
Dr. Karl Folkers have demonstrated in clinical studies that CoQ10 could
eliminate the need for heart and blood pressure medications for millions of
Americans. A study in the American Journal of Cardiology (AJC), showed that
CoQ10 cut the incidence of angina attacks in half. In every test run, patients
on CoQ10 had better exercise tolerance than those who had similar conditions but
were not given the vitamin. CoQ10 is important for energy production. It also
improves circulation, lowers blood pressure and acts as a chelating agent.
Ginkgo Biloba Extract An herbal extract from the oldest tree known to
man, ginkgo biloba has been double-blind tested many times for its ability to
increase the oxygen content to the brain and other bodily tissues. It has been
shown to promote mental clarity and concentration, increase alertness and
short-term memory and has been used preventatively in regenerative compounds for
loss of memory and senility, in cardiac protection formulas against stroke and
atherosclerosis and for hearing disorders and vertigo (dizziness) where blood
flow is poor in the ears. It also offers significant protective action against
the development of Alzheimers disease, hearing loss and strokes, and it
protects arterial walls.
L-Glutathione Glutathione can cross the blood-brain barrier, it can
remove mercury, cadmium and other toxic metals from the brain. A powerful free
radical scavenger and antioxidant that removes unwanted substances from the
body.
Grape Seed Extract OPC With high levels of oligomeric proanthocyanidin,
which is 50 times more potent than vitamin E and 20 times more potent than
vitamin C, which makes this an antioxidant and free-radical scavenger per
excellence. It has the ability to decrease capillary fragility
(weakness-bruising), atherosclerosis and diabetes. It is rapidly absorbed and
distributed throughout the body, even across the blood brain barrier. It has
also shown to have anti-inflammatory and antimutagenic (anti-cancer) properties.
Green Tea Green Tea has demonstrated superior antioxidant properties in
experimental studies than vitamin C or E. Green Tea also has the capability to
increase the activity of antioxidant enzymes.
Hawthorne Berry Extract / Craetaegus oxyacantha Used as a cardiac tonic
and protects arterial walls. It has the ability to dilate coronary blood
vessels, the vessels supplying the heart with vital oxygen and nutrients. It has
also been used for support of cardiac failure, hypertension (high blood
pressure), arterisclerosis (hardening of the arteries), angina pectoris
(heart/vascular pain) and tachycardia (rapid heart beat).
Heseperidin A bioflavonoid. Bioflavonoids have antioxidant actions and
potent anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral activity. Works with
vitamin C for the promotion of vascular tissue strength.
Iodine (kelp) Iodine is vital for the production of thyroid hormones,
which control the production of energy. Inositol Its deficiency is associated
with hypercholesterolemia (increased blood fat levels).
L-Carnitine Carnitine has been intensely researched by professionals
for several years and its most established application has been in the treatment
and prevention of heart disease. L-Carnitine not only lowers blood fat levels
dramatically, but it also makes the heart stronger and healthier. Carnitine can
lower both triglyceride and total cholesterol levels. It can also decrease
angina and blood pressure, while directly increasing the metabolic efficiency of
the liver and the heart. Thus, it is very useful for treating congestive heart
failure.
L-Proline An amino acid involved in the structural repair of damaged
collagen in arteriosclerotic blood vessels (hardened arteries).
L-Taurine In heart muscle, taurine is essential for proper calcium
balance and metabolism. Taurine specifically supports heart function with its
antioxidant action, by preventing arrhythmias, reducing hypertension, reducing
platelet stickiness and by improving cardiac contractility. Taurine has been
considered effective therapy for congestive heart failure.
Lutein Carotenoid, antioxidant. Lycopene Antioxidant, anti-tumor
agent.
Magnesium One of the most powerful antioxidants for your heart and
circulatory system. Magnesium is important for proper nerve, lung and cardiac
function. It has been shown to be capable of lowering blood pressure. A
magnesium deficiency has been linked with cardiovascular disease. Capable of
preventing arrhythmias (heart beat irregularity), magnesium has been shown to
cut platelet aggregation (blood stickiness) and avert spasm of the coronary
arteries. It also improves the metabolic efficiency of the myocardium (heart
muscle) and reduces angina when other measures fail. "In chelation therapy
magnesium helps the coronary arteries to relax and open up so that a greater
amount of blood can flow through them", writes Dr. Morton Walker in the
Chelation Way.
Manganese An antioxidant. Its deficiency is associated with
atherosclerosis (fibrous, fatty plaques on the artery walls), and
hypercholesterolemia (high levels of fat in the blood).
Methyl sulfonyl methene (MSM) Found to help in dissolving scar tissue,
decrease inflammation, increases elasticity in the body.
Milk Thistle Extract (85%) Also know as Silymarin, Milk Thistle Extract
is many times more potent in antioxidant activity than vitamin E. It has been
shown in studies to be effective in treating arteriosclerosis. Milk Thistle is
also known to be protective of the liver by increasing its ability to detoxify
numerous toxic substances, including pesticides and heavy metals (lead, mercury,
cadmium, arsenic, etc.). Molybdenum An essential trace mineral.
Potassium Vital in muscle contraction, nerve conduction and the beating
of the heart. It lowers the blood pressure of many people suffering from high
blood pressure. Its deficiency is associated with hypercholesterolemia
(increased levels of fat in the blood), hypotension and slow, irregular
heartbeat.
Quercetin A bioflavonoid, protector of capillary walls (promotion of
vascular tissue strength). Bioflavonoids have antioxidant actions and potent
anti-inflammatory activity.
Rutin A bioflavonoid. Aids in the elimination of cholesterol in the
body and helps the body to develop greater elasticity of the arterial walls to
promote greater blood flow and protect the capillaries.
Selenium Considered to be from 200 to 500 times more potent an
antioxidant than Vitamin E. Selenium and Vitamin E are synergistic as
antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which
have been cited as causal factors in heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis
and aging. Selenium chelates heavy metals such as Cadmium, Lead, Mercury and
Silver. It is important for the protection of heart cells and other cells
against oxidative damage. It has been observed that as selenium absorption
decreases, cardiovascular disease increases. Its deficiency is associated with
hypercholesterolemia (high level of fat in the blood).
Vanadium An essential trace mineral. Used in glucose (sugar)
metabolism.
Vitamin A (Beta Carotene) Helps the body overcome the problem of
thickening and hardening of the artery walls (dissimilated sclerosis) in other
parts of the circulatory system. Helps reduce blood cholesterol. Vitamin A is
essential for the normal structure and function of epithelial cells which
protect the body from all kinds of environmental contamination. Vitamin A is a
very powerful antioxidant for your heart and circulatory system.
Biotin Plays an important role in some drug-detoxifying pathways.
Important enzyme cofactor. Its deficiency is associated with
hypercholesterolemia (excessive amounts of cholesterol in the blood).
Folic Acid Reduces homocysteine (major cause of heart disease) levels,
decreases risk of heart disease.
PABA Antioxidant nutrient that inhibits the formation of the damaging
free radicals (unbonded oxygen molecules that cause aging and degeneration).
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Antioxident nutrient that helps the body to
inhibit the formation of the damaging free radicals. Vitamin B1 chelates heavy
metals such as lead. It is effective in the treatment of uneven heartbeat, low
blood pressure and chest pain.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Antioxidant nutrient that helps the body
inhibit the formation of the damaging free radicals. Enhances adrenal/heart
functions; prevents deterioration of blood vessels. Helps to prevent arterial
sclerosis (hardening of the arteries).
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Antioxidant nutrient that helps the body inhibit
the formation of the damaging free radicals. Lowers blood levels of LDL (bad)
cholesterol and triglycerides.
Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) Stabilizes blood lipid (fat) levels.
Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate) Antioxidant nutrient that helps the
body inhibit the formation of damaging free radicals. It is vital to human
metabolism, and it also stimulates the healing process. Its deficiency is
associated with hypotension and tachycardia (rapid heart beat).
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCL) Antioxidant nutrient that helps the body
inhibit the formation of the damaging free radicals. Excess homocysteine causes
atherosclerosis (thickening and hardening of the artery walls) and an adequate
supply of Vitamin B-6 will prevent the accumulation of this toxic metabolite.
B-6 deficiency can weaken the heart muscle and raise serum cholesterol levels.
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) Oxygen carrier, decreases blood
cholesterol; metabolizes fat. Vitamin B12 is essential in humans for healthy
nerve tissues. Its deficiency is associated with heart palpitations. Vitamin D3
Promotes calcium absorption for proper heart muscle function.
Vitamin E A very potent antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it protects the
body from free radicals. Vitamin E chelates heavy metals such as mercury. It is
important in protecting cell membranes from oxidative destruction. It is the
king of cardiovascular nutrients. It prevents the buildup of LDL cholesterol in
the arterial wall. Vitamin E can decrease platelet adherence to damaged artery
walls, much like Vitamin C. While helping myocardium (heart muscle) use oxygen
more efficiently, vitamin E can even lift HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
Protects against heart disease.
Zinc gluconate An effective free radical inhibitor. Zinc chelates heavy
metals such as Cadmium and Lead. Its deficiency is associated with
hypercholesterolemia (increased fats in the blood).
Bromelain A potent enzyme that naturally supports the bodys ability to
break down blood clots as they develop and diminish inflammation.
Lipase An enzyme that assists in the breakdown and digestion of fat in the
body and arteries.
Catalese An antioxidant. Catalase converts hydrogen peroxide into
oxygen and water, metabolic products which the body can use.