What are chelates for humans? Understanding chelated minerals and medical therapy
                                
                                
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                                A remarkable chemical process known as chelation, from the Greek word for “claw,” is utilized by the body and medicine to bind and transport minerals. For humans, this process is essential for two very different applications: enhancing the absorption of nutritional supplements and treating cases of toxic heavy metal poisoning.