Don't blame chelation. Chelation is important, however one must take plenty of mineral supplements during the process, as those who are mercury toxic are typically deficient in essential minerals, and chelation makes this situation worse. While whelating, one must be sure to get enough sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. Zinc is lost while chelating, however there is some concern that zinc might impede chelation, so zinc supplementation is probably best done between chelation rounds. Chelation might also be impeded by selenium, so I only take selenium supplements between chelation rounds.

It is important to focus on detoxification while chelating. One should take supplements that promote detoxification. Herbs such as licorice root, cayenne, turmeric, ginger, dandelion, milk thistle, red clover, burdock, and garlic.