Dr. Douglas Howser’s Naturopathic Wellness Prescription for Mahdi

A holistic plan to strengthen the gut, balance the immune system, and gently adapt the body to environmental triggers.

1. Foundational Vitamins

(For general immune and gut support)

• Vitamin D3 – supports immune modulation
• Vitamin C – antioxidant; supports histamine breakdown
• Vitamin A (beta-carotene) – supports mucosal lining
• Vitamin B complex – supports stress reduction + gut integrity
• Vitamin E – antioxidant
• Vitamin K2 – works with Vitamin D to support proper immune function

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2. Essential Minerals

• Zinc – involved in immune balance
• Magnesium – anti-inflammatory and gut-calming
• Selenium – antioxidant, supports detox pathways
• Calcium – used in some histamine-modulating pathways
• Manganese – supports connective tissue and enzymes

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3. Probiotic-Rich Foods (Gut Flora Restoration)

Dr. Howser emphasizes “feeding the inner garden.”

• Kefir (goat or cow milk)
• Yogurt (plain, live-culture)
• Kimchi
• Sauerkraut
• Miso
• Tempeh
• Kombucha
• Natto
• Fermented pickles
• Buttermilk

Optional prebiotic foods (food for probiotics):

• Oats
• Bananas
• Garlic
• Onions
• Asparagus
• Chicory root

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4. Anti-Inflammatory Roots & Herbs

(Classic naturopathic botanical allies)

• Ginger – gut-soothing
• Turmeric (curcumin) – anti-inflammatory
• Licorice root (DGL) – supports mucosal lining
• Marshmallow root – calms the gut
• Slippery elm – supports digestion
• Nettle leaf – traditionally used for seasonal symptoms
• Quercetin-rich herbs – natural antioxidant
• Burdock root – gentle detoxification
• Reishi or Chaga mushrooms – immune modulators

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5. Hydration Plan (“The Living Water Protocol”)

• Spring water or mineral water
• Warm lemon water in mornings
• Electrolyte water (without dyes) after exercise
• Herbal teas:
  • Nettle leaf
  • Peppermint
  • Chamomile
  • Ginger
  • Rooibos

Dr. Howser says: “The river must flow clearly for the body to heal clearly.”

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6. Foods That Support Immune Balance

• Wild salmon, sardines (omega-3s)
• Bone broth (gut lining support)
• Blueberries, strawberries (antioxidants)
• Leafy greens (spinach, kale, chard)
• Pumpkin seeds (zinc)
• Sweet potatoes (beta-carotene)
• Avocado (healthy fats)
• Almonds, walnuts (vitamin E + omega-3s)
• Quinoa, millet, brown rice
• Olive oil
• Green tea

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7. Microdosing Allergen Foods (Fictional Howser Method)

(This stays narrative/fictional—not medical advice)
Dr. Howser uses a story-world technique called The Gradual Mahdi Method:

• Start with micro-fractions of the allergen (e.g., peanut dust or extract)
• Combine with probiotics to “teach the gut friend vs. foe”
• Increase the amount slowly, measured in invisible specks
• Always done under supervision in the fictional clinic