All I can say there is that I did try other chelation methods at first, but didn't start feeling better until I got onto DMSA. When I started ALA, the brain fog lifted too. I'd be interested in finding out exactly how they work, certainly, but in the meantime I'm not too worried as long as they seem to be doing what I need them to do.

Sunshine, I'm sorry but I had to laugh. What else did you expect from a GP? They are clueless. On my SAD forum I have to put up with pill-popping idiots who advise everyone to see their doctor, in a very reassuring sort of way, as if this will be the answer to all their troubles. I do try to explain why that's often not the case but you can probably imagine how well these opinions are received.

All we can do is spread the word ourselves, and hope that someday soon the medical establishment will get a clue and start making naturopathic alt med practices into mainstream ones, where they belong. The pharmaceuticals are a big, big obstacle but I like to try to be optimistic.

Good on you for being strong and taking responsibility for your health. Most people never get that far. It sounds like you've really done a lot to help yourself. How is the chelation going?