 | Complementary & Alternative Medicine 8513 Complementary & Alternative Medicine I get mail promoting the great benefits of chelation therapy. The claim is that it removes calcium and other metals from the walls of arteries. The key element appears to be EDTA, a type of acetic acid. Since vinegar is also primarily acetic acid, could it have the same effect? I get mail promoting the great benefits of chelation therapy. The claim is that it removes calcium and other metals from the walls of arteries. The key element appears to be EDTA, a type of acetic acid. Since vinegar is also primarily acetic acid, could it have the same effect? htmASKTHEDOCchelationvinegar Chelation therapy uses chemicals that combine with metals or other toxins in the body, creating less harmful compounds that are discharged in the urine. Its the standard way of treating serious cases of lead poisoning and certain medical conditions such as iron overload. 1430887 InteliHealth 2012-03-01 t Howard LeWine, M.D. 2015-03-01
| | Ask The Expert |  | | | | | | | | | Archive By Date: Complementary & Alternative Medicine | | | Answered questions from the past 2 years: | | Health and Safety Concerns at the Beauty Salon | I get mail promoting the great benefits of chelation therapy. The claim is that it removes calcium and other metals from the walls of arteries. The key element appears to be EDTA, a type of acetic acid. Since vinegar is also primarily acetic acid, could it have the same effect? | I am tired a lot, and have been tested for all the usual suspects. I eat fairly well, and get enough rest each night. My doctor told me I was a little low on B-12. Could this be the real cause of my fatigue? | I have heel spurs. The pain is under control, but I worry about this getting worse. What causes heel spurs? Is it caused by ingesting too much calcium? How about a vitamin deficiency? | Ive heard a lot lately about probiotics and a healthy bowel. Should I be taking probiotics or is it in the foods I eat? If not, is taking these in pill form safe? | Im pretty stressed. Any helpful tips? | I eat fairly well, but I dont take any vitamins or supplements. Should I be? | I have no problem getting to sleep. But my problem is staying asleep through the night. Any suggestions? | I hear a lot about the importance of vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis. Is it as good as calcium supplements as a way to maintain strong bones? | I was diagnosed with migraines, and the doctor prescribed a medicine that makes me tired all the time. Are there any natural vitamins or supplements that I can take instead? |
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