Chelation
Heavy Metals interfere with our ability to absorb minerals. Heres some chelation education.
Medical Disclaimer
Chelation is a targeted process used to remove heavy metals from the body using specific compounds that bind metals in circulation and tissues. Unlike general detox strategies, chelation is not gentle, not appropriate for everyone, and can cause harm if done incorrectly. This is not a starting point for most people.
The articles below are meant to educate, clarify common misconceptions, and explain why timing, dosing, and mineral support matter. They are not intended to encourage unsupervised chelation, but to help people make informed decisions and avoid common mistakes that often make symptoms worse rather than better.
Chelation Education Series
Part 1: Hidden Signs of Mercury Toxicity
Mercury toxicity doesn’t always show up clearly on standard tests, and symptoms are often dismissed or misattributed.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-1-hidden-signs-of-mercury-toxicity-even-if-your-doctor-says-you-re-fine
Part 2: Why You Should Never Chelate If You Still Have Amalgam Fillings
Chelation while mercury fillings are still present can increase exposure and significantly worsen neurological symptoms.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-2-why-you-should-never-chelate-if-you-still-have-amalgam-fillings
Part 3: What Most Practitioners Get Wrong About Chelation
Many chelation problems come from poor timing, improper dosing, and ignoring mineral cofactors.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-3-what-most-practitioners-get-wrong
Part 4: Alpha Lipoic Acid: The Only Chelator That Reaches the Brain
ALA crosses the blood–brain barrier, which makes it uniquely powerful — and risky when used improperly.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-4alpha-lipoic-acid-the-only-chelator-that-reaches-the-brain
Part 5: Selenium: The Shield, Not the Chelator
Selenium does not chelate metals, but it plays a critical protective role during chelation.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-part-5-selenium-the-shield-not-the-chelator
Part 6: DMSA, DMPS, and ALA: Which Chelator Removes What
Different chelators have different affinities for metals, and using the wrong one can backfire.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-6-dmsa-dmps-ala-which-chelator-removes-what
Part 7: How Selenium and ALA Work Together — and Why Most People Get It Wrong
When used correctly, selenium can reduce damage during ALA chelation; when used incorrectly, it does nothing.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-7-how-selenium-and-ala-work-together-and-why-most-people-do-it-wrong
Part 8: Numbness, Nerve Pain, and Strange Sensations During Chelation
Neurological symptoms during chelation are often misinterpreted and mishandled.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-8-numbness-nerve-pain-and-weird-sensations-the-surprising-connection-to
Part 9: Chelation Dosing 101: Timing, Duration, and Frequency
Chelation is less about how much you take and more about when and how consistently.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-9-chelation-dosing-101-timing-duration-frequency-the-full-cofactor-blue
Part 10: OSR / NBMI (Emeramide): The Chelation Conversation Happening Off the Record
OSR is a powerful experimental chelator with growing interest — and significant unanswered questions.
👉 https://www.vigeohealth.net/post/chelation-series-part-10-osr-nbmi-emeramide-the-chelation-conversation-happening-off-the-record
Important Note
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized guidance or medical care.