Quercetin + Bromelain Drops (Totaria)
Role
Mast cell stabilizer + anti-inflammatory + vitamin/mineral support (daily add-in, not in powder mix)
Amount
- 2ml per day, added to first tumbler of the day
- 30 servings per bottle (1 month supply)
Supplement Facts (per 2ml serving)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 30 mg | 33.5% |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 30 mcg | 156% |
| Vitamin K2 (MK-7 menaquinone) | 90 mcg | 156% |
| Zinc (zinc gluconate) | 10 mg | 75% |
| Quercetin (dihydrate) | 1,000 mg | — |
| Bromelain (from pineapple) | 500 mg | — |
| Elderberry extract | 400 mg | — |
| Resveratrol | 200 mg | — |
| Turmeric (95% curcuminoids) | 100 mg | — |
| Black pepper (95% piperine) | 10 mg | — |
Other ingredients: Natural Flavor (Pineapple), FOS (Fructooligosaccharides), Organic Glycerin, Purified Water.
Safety
- ✅ Generally MCAS supportive
- ⚠️ FOS (fructooligosaccharides) is a prebiotic — some MCAS folks tolerate it, some don’t
- ⚠️ Elderberry is immunostimulating — different concern than histamine, monitor individually
- Vitamin C overlap with base mix is negligible (30mg vs 2,250mg)
Why Liquid Drops?
- Liposomal delivery = higher absorption than capsules
- Can be added directly to the tumbler
- Single daily dose covers D3, K2, zinc, and quercetin
- Eliminates need for multiple separate supplements
Key Ingredients Explained
Quercetin
Natural mast cell stabilizer — inhibits histamine release from mast cells. 1,000mg is on the higher end but within typical supplemental range. Half-life of 11-28 hours, so once daily is appropriate.
Bromelain
Enhances quercetin absorption significantly (well-documented synergy). Also has its own anti-inflammatory properties.
Vitamin D3 + K2
D3 and K2 work synergistically for calcium metabolism. D3 plays a role in electrolyte homeostasis. We identified D3 and zinc as important cofactors for magnesium utilization — this covers both.
Black Pepper (Piperine)
Absorption enhancer for turmeric and other compounds.
Why Not In The Powder Mix?
It’s a liquid — cannot be pre-mixed into dry powder batch. Must be added at the tumbler.
Source
Totaria (Amazon) — ~$24/month