Chelation is the process of using chemical substance to bind molecules such as mineral and metals and to group them tightly in order to remove them from the body. This process is effective in getting rid the toxic metals before they can damage the body.

The most popular form of this therapy is the process where EDTA or ethylene diamine tetra-acetic acid is used for treating lead poisoning. EDTA takes away the minerals and heavy metals like lead, copper and iron which are present in the bloodstream.

Though, Chelation therapy is accepted by FDA for treating lead poisoning, it is still not approved to use for treating arteriosclerosis. More medical tests are underway to know if Chelation therapy can be effective in treating arterial diseases.

A typical Chelation therapy runs about three hours long where a needle is inserted to the veins, which is then connected to an intravenous which contains EDTA. Before you undergo this therapy, you have to undergo some series of medical tests and laboratory tests for your blood sugar, blood pressure, kidney and circulation functions in order to make sure that the process will be safe for you.