A specific salt of EDTA, known as sodium calcium edetate, is used to bind metal ions in the practice of chelation therapy, e.g., for treating mercury and lead poisoning. It is used in a similar manner to remove excess iron from the body.
On average, working Americans expect to retire at age 66, four years later than the average age of retirement, according to Gallup. The expected retirement age has also gradually climbed over the years, starting at 63 in 2002 and peaking at 67 in 2012 before settling at 66 for 2013 and 2014.
According to recent studies, the median retirement age for all Americans is 60. Interestingly, the average American expects to retire at age 65, so people typically retire earlier than they expect. This earlier-than-planned retirement can be attributed to a variety of reasons including declining health and layoffs.