Op here. I've got some time to address the iodine issue. We considered all alternatives initially that were considered potent antifungals. Iodine was removed from consideration due to a number of factors.

First, it is corrosive to the gi tract as an oxidizer. This went against our goal to heal the gut barrier using the protocol.

Second, individuals with previous thyroid issues or a history of familial predisposition can be hypersensitive to iodine intake. This means that the difference between deficiency and toxicity is paper thin. These people would be under particular risk of serious side effects.

Third, studies were showing doses as low as 400 to 500 micrograms in healthy individuals prompted thyroid dysfunction in about 5% of the study group. As the dose increased, the dysfunction group increased. Based on this, the dosage you listed in your regimen would be dangerous to a percentage of individuals.

The danger should be obvious. Some individuals can take large doses with no ill effects, while others can suffer major reactions including organ failure.

There is currently a fad in online forums pushing high dose iodine use. Some of the amounts recommended have been shown to kill people. If you want my opinion, I would consider it irresponsible considering you do not know the condition of the person taking it.

The other issue is how the body excretes the iodine. Normally the excretion through urine nearly matches intake. What takes one individual a day to process, may take another 3 days. Suddenly a normal dosage accumulates over time and becomes a toxic dose through differences in how the kidneys process the iodine.

These were all serious concerns. If it works for you, that's great. But I wouldn't recommend it to others without doctor supervision.