Title | Heavy Metals, Cardiovascular Disease, and the Unexpected Benefits of Chelation Therapy |
Journal | Journal of the American College of Cardiology |
Authors | Lamas GA, Navas-Acien A, Mark DB, Lee KL |
Year Published | 2016 |
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Abstract
This review summarizes evidence from 2 lines of research previously thought to be unrelated: the unexpectedly positive results of TACT (Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy), and a body of epidemiological data showing that accumulation of biologically active metals, such as lead and cadmium, is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease.