Dr. Jason Ahlan (naturopath)

Dr. Jason Ahlan spoke to our office on the uses and benefits of chelation therapy. In chemistry, chelation refers to the binding of a metal to a compound in a way that does not allow the metal to bind to another substance. In this way toxic metals can be removed from the body by using certain chelators that are either natural or pharmaceutical. Chelators can be taken orally or intravenously.

Chelation therapy was first introduced during World War I to treat soldiers affected by arsenic based poison gas. Today’s treatment is mainly used in the effort to improve individual health by the removal of environmental toxins such as mercury and lead. Chelation therapy begins with a detailed health history followed by blood and urine samples that help to establish a physiological base line for further monitoring. A provocation test is then performed. This test involves the administration of a chosen chelator followed by another urine sampling. The provocation test demonstrates the levels of heavy metals detectable in body tissues. At this point a series of treatments will begin using the chosen chelator as well as supportive care with antioxidant vitamins and natural chelators such as garlic and cilantro. Treatment success is determined by the level of decrease or absence of toxic metals measured on following urine analysis.

For more information contact:

Dr. Ahlan, N.D.
Integrative Medical Institute
233-0917