Don't use EDTA. It does a much better job of removing necessary minerals than of removing toxic metals. Oral DMSA is good. After a while it should be combined with alpha lipoic acid to be more effective.

To help eliminate toxic metals, one should take herbs such as turmeric,cayenne, licorice root,cat's claw and dandelion which increase bile production. They should also eat plenty of fiber. Much of the mercury excreted is excreted via bile through the bowel.

The reaction you received from garlic is a good thing. It means candida is being destroyed. Try to continue using the garlic if you can. In addition to killing candida, garlic is a great source of sulfur, which is necessary for detoxification.