Anxiety can be one of the most debilitating mental and emotional health issues...
It can stop you from being social, engaging in activities that would enhance your life, traveling, and so much more...
But, it can also affect many areas of your health, since anxiety and stress are one and the same...
That's why on today's #CabralConcept #1466 I'd like to share with you 7 ways to reduce anxiety & increase positivity in your life - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
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(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
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> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
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(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
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(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
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(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!
I’m looking forward to sharing with you some of our community’s questions that have come in over the past few weeks…
Let’s get started!
Dar: What are your thoughts as using a ginsing based tea or supplement for extra energy? Gracias.
Jon: Hi Dr Quick question, I’m wanting to do the genetic test but it’s unavailable, are you going to be doing them again? If not, what would you recommend.Thanks for all your knowledge.Jon from Aus
Vivian: Hello, I just listened to the faster way to fat loss pod cast and you were so interesting. I did the faster way over the summer and while it was good I still didn’t see the results I was hoping for. I just had a bunch of blood work done and wanted to know if you do any consulting. I’d love to have you take a look at the results of my bloodwork and let me know what you think. Basically I’m 45 and I’ve been steadily gaining weight over the past year. I’m not overweight but if I continue on this path I will be overweight soon.I workout 3-5 days a week with a combination of strength training and running/ walking and some yoga. I eat a whole food diet but I do enjoy wine when I eat out once a week or so and I do have a sweet tooth but it’s minimal. I drink one cup of coffee per day with a tablespoon of cream. According to my doctor all of my numbers are in the normal range some low end but still with in normal limits. I’m so frustrated with my weight I’m not sure what to do.I do the intermittent fasting but after hearing you speak I’m wondering if that is helping or possibly hurting me. I try to do the 16/8 but it’s very hard for me. I find myself starving after 13 or 14 hr fast. Anyway, would love to get your feedback if you do that. Thanks, Vivian
Kristin: Hi Dr. Cabral, I listen to your podcast often while working and enjoy all the great info. on healthcare, etc. I have learned so much and my husband and I are looking forward to doing the 21 day detox in January! I have a little beef I gotta get off my chest...just kidding :-) I did want to mention though, after listening to episode 741 of the podcasts, that Jazzercise is a great workout! I'm 35 and I have tried many different types of exercise and I have found that so much of what is out there is just way to difficult to sustain for more than a few months, and I want something I can do for many seasons of life. I tried Jazzercise since I was always drawn to dance aerobics and have ended up loving it. Each 55 min. class includes 20-30 mins. of cardio, some stretching, and weight training. You can also adjust your level of difficulty by how much "umph" you put into your moves and how heavy of weights you use. The ladies in there are in great shape and are strong. I realized how well this was working for me when I decided to go running one day, without any training, just to mix it up. I ran 1 1/2 miles, faster than I had ever ran. I think I could have run further but it was in the dead of summer and the heat was a lot. I could tell that my cardio endurance has reached a new level. Anyway, I just wanted to mention this since you like knowing what's out there and getting information about all types of diets and exercise. Maybe you could give Jazzercise a second glance. Who knows, you may even recommend it to someone! Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Kami: Hi Dr.Cabral! Thanks for everything you do. I’ve spent a lot of money on supplements and a local naturopathic doctor, including a blood and hormone test. I have some gut dysbiosis and severe estrogen dominance symptoms. I am also a college student and have found myself in a lot of credit card debt. I’ve finally had to crack down and make a tight budget. I try to eat mostly blant-based, dairy free, and gluten free - however, my healing fluctuates because I don’t always stick to these guidelines 100 percent. I’m currently taking your multi-vitamins, probiotics and omega 3’s, some digestive enzymes, ester-c, DIM, evening primrose oil, and some herbs to support the liver and menstruation. I have some supplements to tide me over for a while, but I’m wondering when I run out, what to do? My monthly budget for supplements will probably be 20 dollars. Would some lower quality vitamins do anything, or do I need to just try to be very mindful of my diet to get all my nutrients? Also I was wondering if you have any tips with groceries. I try to get organic when I can, but some things I have to pick and choose. My grocery store also has gluten-free oats, and organic oats in the bulk section, but not gluten-free organic. Is it better to go with gluten-free, or just get the organic? Any tips you would have for staying healthy on a budget would be much appreciated.Thanks!
Simon: Hi Dr Cabral I have some questions on perfecting my Post Workout Shakes. I am a fit vata-pita wanting to put on lean muscle mass and increase overall health and longevity. 1) what would you recommend as a healthy (powdered) carb to use in a post workout mix for muscle recovery and weight gain? I have previously used maltodextrin (but stopped because it is basically sugar) then waxy maize starch (which seemed good but is corn-based) then transitioned away from carbs altogether after getting into the whole low/no-carb ‘craze’. Now having listened to your podcasts I understand a reasonable amount of carbs before/after workouts may benefit my gains and health. You recommend a fruit smoothie however I need a pre-mixed powder (which I’m happy to formulate myself in bulk). At present my (non-carb) mix consist of: grass-fed whey; collagen peptides (for gut health); BCAAs; glutamine; spirulina (antioxidants) and stevia. I care more about results that flavour! Any recommendations for a healthy powdered carb addition? I was thinking maybe powdered organic fruit but what are your thoughts on waxy maize starch or Palatinose as options? 2) How important is it to include antioxidants straight after an intense workout? I have heard some say antioxidants can actually dampen some of the positive (stressors?) of working out?
Thank you for tuning into this weekend’s Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
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(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
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(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
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> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
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> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family)
Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!
This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!
Check out today's questions:
Nancy: Hello Dr. Cabral! I've been learning so much from your podcast and book, and have a question about vegetable oils. In my nutrition class at college, my teacher explained how polyunsaturated vegetable oils like canola oil have been processed and are often already oxidized to form damaging free radicals, or at the very least would form them when heated during cooking. We joke that perhaps a bottle of canola oil is like a bottle of free radicals. However, a lot of heart health research studies say that using "polyunsaturated vegetable oils like canola oil" reduce heart disease risk. When I learned about omega-3s, I understood that they are beneficial and anti-inflammatory, and perhaps canola originally had O3 in it, but by its chemical nature of many double bonds, doesn't that mean the processing and heating would create free radicals, so how can heart associations say it's healthy? They even sponsor canola oil on the bottle! Can you help clarify - shouldn't everyone avoid canola oil and similar vegetable oils? Thank you for sharing your incredible wisdom with the world!
Wanda: Hello! I am about to start my first 7 day detox and I was wondering if it would be ok to include 1 scoop of the fruit/veg powder with each drink? I do NOT want to lose any weight during the week and thought it might be a good idea?
Reem: Dear Dr. Cabral, I hope you are doing well. I’ve been having a hard time passing out stool and suffering from bloating for more than a year now. I stopped getting the urge of wanting to pass out stool and when I decide to go I strain a lot. It’s been a year since the stool came out as bulk...currently when I strain it comes out as small soft blobs. Because of straining, I got a minor stomach hernia and hemorrhoid. I did endocsocpy, colonoscopy, stool test and blood test and all turned out to be fine. When I told the doctor that I’m on a low carb diet he suspected that I’m not having enough fiber. So, they gave me some natural fiber to eat and it does improve passing out stool a little.I’m so tired of all this. I feel down and I noticed that I started to be less social.I wanted to know you opinion on my case and if there are any further tests that can be done for example food sensitivity or any other test.
Katie: Hi Dr. Cabral! I have a question about asthma. I am 24 years old and have had "allergy induced asthma" for nearly 8 years. I have been working on my gut for about two years - done CBO & finisher, taken the food sensitivity test, stool test, OAT, am now taking GI balance for 2 months per my practitioner. I've also tested HTMA & am addressing those imbalances with supplements, and I just sent in my Thyroid, Adrenal Hormone this December. My allergy symptoms like sore throat, sneezing, etc, have gotten dramatically better, but the asthma persists on (as does a recurring eczema patch, and I know they are related). I do acupuncture, nasal drains, take all my supplements, eat a clean diet (no dairy, gluten, processed sugar), and do things daily to reduce stress. But I still feel stuck! I've been on Zyrtec & Cingulair for 8 years - I even tried going off my Zyrtec recently and while my allergies were fine, I had to go back on because of trouble breathing after a few weeks. It seems to start first in my nose, the best I can describe it is like I am sniffing to get more air in. Then eventually my throat starts to hurt and I am breathing in through my mouth, trying to get deep breathes in there. It's just uncomfortable, more than anything, and I can't seem to get to the underlying cause. My immediate question for you is: Where is the next place to look? What could be the cause given all that I've already done? Second, I'd love to see you do one or two episodes diving DEEP on asthma. Thanks as always! Katie
James: Hey mentor, I have a question regarding breath. I feel like throughout the day I do not breath properly, I often times unconsciously hold my breath, and when i do breath, I do not breath into my diaphragm. For a long time I have had real issues to get a "full" breath and when I breath it feels as if my breath is getting stuck in my throat/top of chest, like I have some form of blocking there, making it hard to breath deeply. I have had this for a long time, and sometimes I have to make myself yawn to get a full breath, whether I'm breathing through my mouth or nose it seems the only way to get a full breath is to yawn. When I meditate i feel the same issue and I have the urge to yawn lots of times when i am breathing during mediation. I wonder if you had any idea on why it may be that I feel some sort of blocking there, or am a unable to get a full breath without yawning. Possibly some emotional trauma type blockage, maybe a physical tightening of the chest/throat due to some inflammation, I'm pretty puzzled.Any thoughts would be great, thank you... James!
James: Hi Doc, my question is about these processed food products I see sold at the supermarket. Do they hold any real benefit, or are most of the vitamins and minerals lost in the processing process? I guess there must be many factors that play a role such as what company is making the products, what product it is etc. but for example, coconut water, dark chocolate, dried fruit - can these be good for me? When Im drinking a cartoned coconut water am I really getting the electrolytes which would be present in its natural form etc. Thank you doctor, James
Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community’s questions!
Show Notes & Resources:
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Get Your Question Answered:
http://StephenCabral.com/askcabral
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
- - -
> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family!)
Welcome back to this week’s info-packed #FridayReview where I’ll be bringing you the latest updates, reviews and research on:
* SomaVedic Medic Review
* Reishi Mushroom Magic
* Prostate Medication Risk,
* Triclosan in Toothpaste
* Plus much more on the practice
Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 1463 for all the details - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
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(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Although the mineral copper is vitally important to many aspects of our health, it has become way too common to see this in excess on a person’s lab results...
It is at this point we consider it a problem and copper begins to act as a metal that causes a variety of brain, neurological, immune, skin, allergy, and other health issues...
If you’re dealing with “mystery symptoms” it may be time you look into a potential copper overload...
Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 1462 to find out if you could be suffering from copper toxicity side effects - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
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(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
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(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
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(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
The Coronavirus is being talked about everywhere and for good reason...
This virus is a continuation of a line of SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) related illnesses that have claimed many lives and caused millions to become sick...
What I'd like to do today is separate media fact from fiction and share with you what the data says and how to protect yourself from this viral outbreak...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 1461 to find out the truth behind the Coronavirus vs. cold & flu protocols - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
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(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
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(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
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(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Histamine overload is becoming one of the more talked about new health issues over the last few years...
Previously, it was thought to only affect people with a specific genetic disorder, but now we're finding that due to digestive or other health imbalances it could target anyone...
That's why on today's #CabralConcept 1460 I'd like to talk about the 5 main causes of histamine overload and what to do about emptying your rain barrel - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
If you ever find yourself a little behind in life or facing what seems to be an insurmountable obstacle, I want to share with you some advice...
What we often to believe to be the worst of times holds in it a seed of what the future can be...
This why for thousands of years great philosophers have spoken about coming to realize what "season of your life" you're currently living in...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 1459 for details on the seasons of life and how to overcome obstacles - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!
I’m looking forward to sharing with you some of our community’s questions that have come in over the past few weeks…
Let’s get started!
Amanda: Hi Dr. Cabral! I love your podcast and appreciate all you do to share your knowledge and the gift of wellness. I have had chronic dry eyes for the last 12 years. Before I realized what was going on I’d wake and have extreme pain and watering in my eyes. Turns out I was having corneal erosions (corneal tears). As per my eye doctor, I quit wearing contact lenses and began using OTC tears as well as an ointment in my eyes at bedtime. I have done this for years. Corneal specialist said my cells were like a bumpy road rather than smooth and would get caught on the eyelids and tear. I have also had the inside of my (upper) eyelids abraded with silver nitrate 3-4 times. I have also been using Restasis for the last few months. Eyes are still dry, I still use ointment at night but I would love to get to the root of the problem and not have this constant worry that I’ll wake up with a painful tear. Thank you in advance!!!
Jan: I notice my DNS shake has 250 mcg of methyl B12 and 400 Mcg of methyl folate. Other supplements I've taken have a higher ratio of b12 to folate...like 1000 Mcg b12 to 400 Mcg folate. Can you please explain your reasoning behind the lower b12/folate ratio in the DNS shake? (PS - I would love to hear a podcast just on the DNS shake itself, and how and why Dr. Cabral used specific ingredients and specific amounts when formulating it. It helps me to "visualize" what the shake is doing for my body - seriously! )
Andrea: Hi Dr Cabral. I went off the pill 5 years ago and got regular periods straight away, however, I have been struggling with missing periods the last 2 years getting it around once every 4 months. I have been working with my Naturopath, running tests and have been working to bring my thyroid number down from a 6 to currently a 3 amongst other lifestyle changes. I did get my period back in August on day 3 of my 7 day Cabral detox. Today (Dec) I started another 7 day detox and it is back on day 1! Could the timing be slightly coincidental or are the herbs in the detox tablets helping bring this on? Any insights into how I might achieve these same results when not completing a detox? Many Thanks.
Audrey: Hi Dr. Cabral. I recently listed to a podcast on longevity featuring Dr. David Sinclair, Harvard professor and author of Lifespan. He spoke on Metformin, Resveratrol, and NAD booster how these are essential for longevity. I know you have referenced Resveratrol several times in your podcasts, but I searched and could not locate any specific podcasts. What is your take on each of these and is a Resveratrol supplement something that is safe to take and if so how many mg? Thanks so much for all you do!
Melody: Hi Dr. Cabral! I love your podcast and everything you teach - you've been a lifesaver for me and my family. However, my PCP is a skeptic with supplements and puts doubts in my mind all the time. So I wanted to ask you about the Equilibrium Nutrition supplements - when you say they are third party tested, where can we find that information on the website or product description? I see the GMP certification - but from what I've read, all supplements need to be GMP certified in order to be FDA approved, is that correct? So by "third party testing" do you mean you use NSF as your third party tester? I'll feel better being able to explain this to my doc and friends if I know more about this. Thank you for being one of the best humans on the planet - I'm so grateful for you! Melody
Thank you for tuning into this weekend’s Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
- - -
> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family)
Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!
This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!
Check out today's questions:
Cheryl: Hi Dr. Cabral, I know I have had alot of stress. In 2015 while trying to lose weight, clean diet and exercising very hard nothing worked. ONe day while working out I crashed. I broke out in a cold sweat and had no energy. I lanaded in the emergency room. then the following 2 months I worked up "everything" and everything was normal-LOL. through my reading I found I had adrenal fatigue. I went on various supplements and changed my diet to mostly vegetables and meats and fats. No gluten, no sugar, no dairy and no processed foods. After about 3 months I started losing weight effortlessly. I had to eat about every 2 to 3 hours to keep my weightloss to no more than 2 pounds a week. I did not exercise. After I loss about 75 pounds The stress started to return and I gained 50 pounds. That was 2 years ago. Now I want to do it properly. I just did a 14 day detox lost 15 pounds. I am now walking 10 to 15k steps a day. What should I do next? thanks,
Megan: Hi Dr. C, apologies in advance for the long and personal question, but I know there are many women out there like me with similar issues regarding Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and I'm hoping your take on my situation will benefit all of us. I am 26, 130 lbs at 5ft8, and I haven't gotten my period in 1.5 years since going off the pill (which I was on for about 9 years after having only one natural period at age 13, followed by irregular periods). I was also dieting at a very young age (low carb in particular), so I know this likely wrecked havoc on my pituitary... However, I have never had a full blown ED, but I was nonetheless always very conscious of my eating and exercise habits. During the first 8 months or so of going off the pill, I was also living in a city while working 2-3 jobs so I was very stressed out but it felt like I had energy (thanks, cortisol!).I did the big 5 labs back in October 2018 which informed me all my hormones were practically 0, but my thyroid was fine though, and I was on the brink of adrenal burnout along with markers of candida, which could also explain the high cortisol. I did the CBO protocol and took DHEA along with the other baseline supplements she suggested, and while my digestion has slowly progressed, by period was still nowhere to be seen. Over the last 6 months, I have completely turned my life around, left the city and my stressful jobs, went traveling and enjoying my life, and came back to have my OBGYN run my labs in October 2019. My hormones looked MUCH better, all normal according to my doc, with Estradiol 52 pg/mL, Progesterone 0.17 ng/ml, LH 13.3 IU/L, FSH 6.7 IU/L, DHEA 4.7 ng/ml, TSH 2.29 uIU/mL, Free Test. 0.23 ng/dL and Total Test. 33 ng/dL.... All this to say, my period is still missing and I am at a loss of what to do. I am a health coach myself, thus well versed in the importance of a healthy diet, eliminating stress, and low level exercise in cases of HA. I eat an abundant plantbased diet with occasional fish, I don't do any high-impact exercise or cardio beyond walking and yoga, and I do not feel stressed. In fact, I feel pretty amazing all around-- my hair, skin, nails, digestion, sleep schedule, energy are all the best they've been in a long time, and yet my 5th vital sign is missing! The only other option I've researched is the concept of forcing-feeding yourself 2500+ cals/day at any cost, no food restrictions (junk food, pancakes, pasta...), and eliminating all forms of exercise aside from stretching for 6+ weeks to "inform your body it isn't in danger"... but I find it hard to believe that I must be unhealthy in order to gain my period back. I'm also unsure whether doing a DCD would be helpful or harmful at this point. I am very lost, and would love your insight. Thank you for ALL that you do, each and every day, many thanks! - Megan
Molly: Hello, I have listened to Dr. Cabral for some time now. We have also done some food sensitivity testing through you guys for my daughter. Today, I am inquiring about myself. I currently have a shingles outbreak (I had my first one in January of 2019 and treated it with anti-viral meds). I have had several this year since the first one, always in the same spot on my back/side. I also became infected with genital herpes through and unfortunate and unforeseen incident 3 years ago. I had listened to one of Dr. Cabrals podcast awhile back about how it could be possible to get rid of the herpes virus for good. I'm not sure if both of these viruses could be nailed with one protocol, but either way I am looking for some guidance on how to go about this. With both of these viruses active in my body, I am not well a lot of the time. I have a herpes breakout at least once a month lasting anywhere from 3-7 days and is very painful. My nutrition is very anti-inflammatory. I do take his daily nutrition support everyday. Looking forward to having hearing back and having some hope for my future. Thank you Molly
Dar: "To eat when your sick is to feed your sickness" hippocrates. I have read many places that it is actually good to fast while sick is this true based on your experiences and do you recommend this course of action?
Ellen: Hi, I'd love your thoughts on the "C" curve in the neck. My daughter (14) has zero curve. Some chiropractors want to be very aggressive about treating it with traction and pulleys and some seem to think it's just a structural variance and it's fine. My daughter is overall healthy but she does have a neurological condition called misophonia which is a real burden for her. I'd love any thoughts you have on either condition. Thanks!
Anonymous: Hi Dr. Cabral. Thanks for all you do and the great services you provide. I wanted to get your thoughts on Vitamin D level. Recently my blood work came back with a vitamin D (25-OH) level of 92 ng/ml. I know you recommend a level between 50-70, going to 80s being the highest. Although the normal range from my Lab results is 30-100, I’m afraid my level of 92 too high base on your ideal range. About a year ago I switch to taking 2 drops of your vitamin D drop, should I decrease my dose? My level used to be super low and since I don’t get much sun exposure, I supplement everyday. I know most people are deficient in vitamin D and I was surprised to see my level increased drastically from the previous year’s lab results. Am I at risk for any health issue with this elevated level? Best regards.
Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community’s questions!
Show Notes & Resources:
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Get Your Question Answered:
http://StephenCabral.com/askcabral
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
- - -
> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family!)
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
One of the issues I see with the way conventional medicine views health is that they are an either all or nothing modality...
They believe "health is the absence of the disease," but as you and I know this leaves a lot of people dealing with chronic health issues for life...
This is exactly the case with heavy metal exposure and their potentially horrific effect on the body, mind & nervous system...
It's also why on today's #CabralConcept 1455 I'd like to explain the undiagnosed symptoms of heavy metal toxicity - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
I know that gluten is no longer the "buzz word" in the industry that it used to be, but that's also the main reason I bring it up today...
Too often we follow the media's lead and move onto the next hot "nutritionism" trend and forget about the truths we've already learned...
I want to make sure we cover how gluten can have a slow, inflammatory accumulative effect on the body that lulls us into believing it's not so bad for us as it quietly causes a host of health issues...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept #1454 to discover the hidden triggers for gluten food sensitivity reactions and what to watch out for - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Increasing your energy has so much more to do than just getting more sleep...
Although sleep certainly helps, what we need to focus on are the key drivers of sustainable energy...
That's why on today's #CabralConcept 1453 I'd like to share with you the 7 lifestyle shifts to make in order to have much more energy - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
In life, it’s hard to go it alone...
Often times we feel that no one shares our struggle, but as we begin to open our eyes to all possibilities we realize everything has already been done...
One of the virtual mentors I’ve listened to over the years has been Tony Robbins and today I’d like to share with you some of his wisdom...
Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 1452 to find out the 3 questions to ask yourself when you’re struggling - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
- - -
Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!
I’m looking forward to sharing with you some of our community’s questions that have come in over the past few weeks…
Let’s get started!
Anonymous: Hi Dr. Cabral, Can you please tell me what you would recommend for natural antibiotics for my 8 yr old daughter? We working to correct gut issues that we believe have stemmed from too many antibiotics and a previously poor diet. I don’t feel that giving her 9ml 4x a day of clindamycin will help improve her immune system or digestive health. I’ve ordered your labs and we’re in the process of completing them.To make a long story short, my daughter got something lodged in the bottom of her foot. We went to her PCP and then to an ortho doctor, who removed the object. My daughter continued to have pain and normal mobility decreased. We went to another ortho doc, but no one could pinpoint why my daughter was having pain and limping. We went to a pediatric ortho doc who confirmed that there was a foreign body still in her foot. We just had surgery and things went well. IV antibiotics & anesthesia were used during surgery. We were informed that if infection was found, we would be sent home with an additional antibiotic to treat. According to the doctor, there was no real indication of infection, only a small amount of fluid around the object, so I believe the clindamycin is preventative. She’ll be in a splint for about 2 weeks. I can somewhat understand using antibiotics during the surgery, but don’t feel good giving my daughter this amount of prescription antibiotics. What natural antibiotics or supports would you use for your daughters if in a similar situation? Thank you in advance for your wisdom and compassion.
Mary: Dear Dr. Cabral, I am writing on behalf of my husband who has recently been diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at age 72. The doctors have told him it's genetic and may run in the family, but I recently met one of your IHP graduates who told us about your Rain Barrel Effect book and is helping us change our diets as a starting point. Together we are trying to understand what triggered the onset at this late age. We've learned about the functional medicine tests, but are overwhelmed with the cost. Can you share any of your experience with this disease and what you've seen to be the most common root causes? Thank you for being such a wonderful human being and for sharing your wisdom of healing with the world!
Chris: Hi Dr Cabral team! Love your show and your work and hope you can help me! I am a 42 year old male with healthy diet & habits apart from high stress levels for quite a few years. About two years ago my anus started itching. It would come and go a few times but then got more persistent.It has now been going on for two years and after two separate visits to the GP, the diagnose was chronic pruritus ani. The only remedy suggested was use of steroids in the form of Advantan fatty ointment.I am not sure the diagnosis is right as the skin around the anus get's red, scaly and agitated when taking a hot shower. Unfortunately the only sense of relief is to scrub what seems to be skin cells from the area but then I think that worsens the eczema. While the steroids do remove the itching and inflammation, symptoms return a week or so later and the cycle repeats itself.I really don't want to apply more steroids but now my condition is worsening and I am feeling very frustrated. Any ideas on how I can test my way to what this is? I have also undergone the CBO protocol as well as the gut rebuilding protocol with no result. I also get mild psoriasis in my ear canal and it has been around for about the same time period, perhaps this is related? I have also been diagnosed with mild benign prostatic hyperplasia which I am told is not related but gives you a better overview of my overall health. Any ideas and suggestions appreciated! Chris
Mark: Dear Dr. Cabral I’m a keen follower of your overall work and actively listen to most of your podcasts. I’m based in London. Born and raised in south india. Married to my wife (who is also South Indian), and two children aged 8 and 12. (I share this given your own history in the sub continent) While I’ve had my own complexities with life in general, relative to mental and physical health, relationships and family, I would like to focus here entirely upon my son who is 12 years old. He was diagnosed with ADD (not hyperactive, if anything, very mild) a few years ago, and has been on medication (non stimulant) since. Straterra to begin with, and recently changed to Guanfacine.His symptoms I would say extend to beyond ADD related, has a non standard pencil grip, used to suffer with bruxism when little, lots of foods make him queasy and food is generally a struggle (exacerbated when he was on straterra, which I think may have been a side effect), has a history of swallowing glue/ blue tac in large quantities, has a tendency to drop things / spill drinks , is afraid of the dark and won’t sleep on his own after all these years of trying. Sport is not one of this main strengths, in fact on a school trip to Italy his form teacher mentioned that he was always tired/ lagging the group on most tours to places of interest. On a more general note, last but not least, he is very low on self confidence, not the first to voice his opinion, and won’t be the first to approach someone/ make conversation.As a parent it makes me really sad when I think about what life has in store for him. Many of these symptoms sound like my own childhood. I’ve spent some time researching his condition a number of books/podcasts on ADD, including one by Dr Gabor Mate. Arguably some of his condition could be influenced by poor parenting/ arguments at home and there is no doubt is a large part. I would really like to explore “fixing” his problems and dream that he enjoys a normal childhood, grows to be a confident young man, becomes popular in school once again with lots of friends. Would greatly appreciate any advice you have to offer. I know food/nutrition would play a large part of what you would recommend. I also hope to wean him off his medication having read how it doesn’t do a great deal of food for the longer term. Considering we live in the UK I also wonder what restrictions there are in terms of remote testing that would be allowed to ship to you in case protocols/tests form a part of the recommendation. I also wonder if the rest of the family(including myself) should also consider to be a part of the testing and we should all get tested as a family.Thank you in advance. And once again, thank you for all you do.
Megan: Hi Dr. C, apologies in advance for the long and personal question, but I know there are many women out there like me with similar issues regarding Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and I'm hoping your take on my situation will benefit all of us. I am 26, 130 lbs at 5ft8, and I haven't gotten my period in 1.5 years since going off the pill (which I was on for about 9 years after having only one natural period at age 13, followed by irregular periods). I was also dieting at a very young age (low carb in particular), so I know this likely wrecked havoc on my pituitary... However, I have never had a full blown ED, but I was nonetheless always very conscious of my eating and exercise habits. During the first 8 months or so of going off the pill, I was also living in a city while working 2-3 jobs so I was very stressed out but it felt like I had energy (thanks, cortisol!).I did the big 5 labs back in October 2018 which informed me all my hormones were practically 0, but my thyroid was fine though, and I was on the brink of adrenal burnout along with markers of candida, which could also explain the high cortisol. I did the CBO protocol and took DHEA along with the other baseline supplements she suggested, and while my digestion has slowly progressed, by period was still nowhere to be seen. Over the last 6 months, I have completely turned my life around, left the city and my stressful jobs, went traveling and enjoying my life, and came back to have my OBGYN run my labs in October 2019. My hormones looked MUCH better, all normal according to my doc, with Estradiol 52 pg/mL, Progesterone 0.17 ng/ml, LH 13.3 IU/L, FSH 6.7 IU/L, DHEA 4.7 ng/ml, TSH 2.29 uIU/mL, Free Test. 0.23 ng/dL and Total Test. 33 ng/dL....All this to say, my period is still missing and I am at a loss of what to do. I am a health coach myself, thus well versed in the importance of a healthy diet, eliminating stress, and low level exercise in cases of HA. I eat an abundant plantbased diet with occasional fish, I don't do any high-impact exercise or cardio beyond walking and yoga, and I do not feel stressed. In fact, I feel pretty amazing all around-- my hair, skin, nails, digestion, sleep schedule, energy are all the best they've been in a long time, and yet my 5th vital sign is missing! The only other option I've researched is the concept of forcing-feeding yourself 2500+ cals/day at any cost, no food restrictions (junk food, pancakes, pasta...), and eliminating all forms of exercise aside from stretching for 6+ weeks to "inform your body it isn't in danger"... but I find it hard to believe that I must be unhealthy in order to gain my period back. I'm also unsure whether doing a DCD would be helpful or harmful at this point. I am very lost, and would love your insight. Thank you for ALL that you do, each and every day, many thanks! - Megan
Molly: Hello, I have listened to Dr. Cabral for some time now. We have also done some food sensitivity testing through you guys for my daughter. Today, I am inquiring about myself. I currently have a shingles outbreak (I had my first one in January of 2019 and treated it with anti-viral meds). I have had several this year since the first one, always in the same spot on my back/side. I also became infected with genital herpes through and unfortunate and unforeseen incident 3 years ago. I had listened to one of Dr. Cabrals podcast awhile back about how it could be possible to get rid of the herpes virus for good. I'm not sure if both of these viruses could be nailed with one protocol, but either way I am looking for some guidance on how to go about this. With both of these viruses active in my body, I am not well a lot of the time. I have a herpes breakout at least once a month lasting anywhere from 3-7 days and is very painful. My nutrition is very anti-inflammatory. I do take his daily nutrition support everyday. Looking forward to having hearing back and having some hope for my future. Thank you Molly
Jon: Hi Doc, Jon from Aus here. I have a question about the Oura ring, I have one and notice my resting heart rate is on average 40 but goes around 38-39 also. Is this good or a concern? How does it affect blood circulation? Im predominately vata with pitta body type. Also can you explain heart rate variability, and when Rem,Non Rem, deep and light sleep(what they are and is there a "healthy" order of these types of sleep? Meaning are you in and out of all these cycles all through the night or is it supposed to be in order? I have heard you only dream at the end of your nights sleep or is that not true? hope that makes sense LOL second question (couldn't help myself sorry)I want to check my Blood Glucose levels. I bought a glucometer and check before each meal. I have a super metabolism and need 3 main meals a day plus 2-3 fruit snacks to keep me going. What should ideal glucose levels represent? I eat moderately healthy, some processed, and minimal meat. Exampl: I eat oats for breakkie at 6am and im starving by 8;30-9am. Cheers for any help, you are a great mentor #livinglegend!!!love your IHP 1-2 course also!! See you in Sydney! Jon
Thank you for tuning into this weekend’s Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!
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Show Notes & Resources:
- - -
Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
- - -
> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family)
Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!
This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!
Check out today's questions:
Justin: I was wondering if you could recommend any type or brand of Triphala. Also, I know you are against using dairy in the diet, however I’ve read from numerous sources that milk, cheese, and yogurt are important in balancing the vata dosha. Lastly, I’ve read that drops of sesame oil in the ear can help resolve tinnitus, what are your thoughts on this? Thanks, love the podcast. I’ve learned so much!
Anne: Hi Dr. Stephen! I recently listened to Kelli Tennant's podcast where you were a guest and I have to say - wow! The knowledge that you have acquired is admirable and I am very curious to know more. I am seeking help in the sleep department as I have been experiencing a significant period of insomnia, as well as abnormal/cessation of menstrual cycle. I live in LA, do you see patients here? If not, do you have a list of trusted like-minded practitioners like yourself in Los Angeles/CA? Thank you!
Cara: Hi Dr Cabral! Fortunately, I have little stash of your CBD products while we patiently wait for yours to be available again.I recently wanted to try a brand of CBD plus THC tincture that a friend was trying because straight CBD still wasn't quite helping me go to sleep. Ive been doing all the other protocols and supplements for sleep.I came upon a brand that sounds great, they post their lab/pesticide reports right on their product pages. They don't make that 24:1 CBD THC blend anymore but they claim they have the strongest CBD oil. Its 750 mg per a 15 mil bottle. However they use non gmo soy lecithin and upon questioning they say that increases the bioavailability. It's tested for residual pesticides and solvents. They say that's why people say there's is so much more potent because its more bioavailable. Since you're the master at bioavailability, what are your thoughts on this? In gratitude, Cara
Dar: Hope you are having a great day. My question is regarding a 2 day fast - can you briefly go over the pros and cons of a water fast vs a juice fast. Which juice is the best to fast with in your opinion and for a water fast is it better to use lemon honey water or plain water. I am planning on doing the 7 day cabral detox in January. Thanks for all you do p.s. if I am asking too many questions through ask cabral let me know and I will cut down but it will be difficult since your answers are way too informative and it almost feels like having a conversation with a friend.
Melissa: Thanks for all of your insights, I love continuing to learn and improve my health and the health of my family. I have 2 opposite sleep issues. My son has Lyme disease. He was diagnosed over 10 years ago. He has done lots of different treatments throughout the years and is feeling good except for his chronic insomnia! Also my daughter deals with chronic fatigue, is tired all the time and sleeps a lot. If only they could share their sleep hours:) Appreciate any recommendations!
Chanel: Hi, What is the best method of testing for lyme? From my understanding, the blood test may not be the most accurate. I’ve heard Dr. Cabral mention that he has completed teachings/seminars on lyme and am wondering if those are yet available. Thank you for all you do. Your information is life-changing.
DB: Sensitive subject. Son has vitiligo on half of his two fingers and two small spots on the middle of his back. His tests for vitamin b, d, and autoimmune issues(that his pediatrician said are often associated with vitiligo) have come back negative. I heard you on a podcast briefly mention that hydrogen peroxide could potentially help. We give him nutrasea omega 3, smarty pants multivitamin and elderberry. What steps would you take if this was your 4 year old child as obviously this could affect his mental health later on and is worrisome as a parent? Are there better supplements I could get him. I'll do anything for them. Many thanks for your input.
Malinda: I’ve been searching for the answer to what is the root cause of CRADLE CAP. Like you, I have a need to know the underlining issues that causes dis-ease in the body. There has to be a reason that some babies get cradle cap while other do not. All I see online and in my baby books is "there's no known reason, it just clears up on its own." My first child had it when he was a baby and after about a year it cleared up on its own. Now my 8 month old has it. I’ve decided this time around I want to really understand what is going on in my babies body. I am using Babyganics cleansing oil which contains oils like sesame seed and almond as well as calendula and black cumin to name a few ingredients, in addition to giving her 30C of Boiron Calcarea Carbonica a day, which is the homeopathic recommendation. Im noticing her scalp flaking more and it looks like it’s going away by using these products. However, I really want to know what has caused CRADLE CAP to happen in the first place because even though Im using these products and the issue seems to be resloving, is her body still in dis-ease even after the cradle cap has cleared up? Does her gut need more probiotics? Should I do a rotation diet? Am I eating something that is causing it, since she is breastfeeding? Someone on your facebook group page suggested that not washing your baby right after birth keeps it away, however I had all natural home-births and didn’t bath my babies for at least a week if not more. Also was suggested that a correction of balance of the skin flora/gut flora would locate its root cause. I want her body/ gut to be as healthy as it can be going forward. I'm curious as to what is REALLY causing it. If you have time, I also would like to know what is the root cause of hernias? I’ve searched your podcast but non address the root cause. After my husband had a inguinal hernia, it seems everyone we talk to has had a hernia or multiple hernias, which I want to avoid for my husband. Our bodies can’t possibly be that flawed. You rock, thank you for helping so many people! You’re a real life superhero.
Anthony: Hi Dr. Cabral. IHP student here. My dad has premature ventricular contractions his whole life but it's ramping up in his 50s, to a debilitating point where it would happen every minute of every hour for HOURS until he takes Atenolol & Estazolam. Then it would slowly subside and the skipping & palpitations would be manageable. This would happen at grocery stores at checkout, non-stressful conversations, and sometimes throughout the night. His physician / cardiologist switched him to Metropolol & Clonazepan. Which exacerbated the condition and it's still affecting him now. I think that taking 10 years of benzos caused a dependency that can't make him switch from Estazolam? What is your take on this situation for short term immediate relief & long term root causes?
Thank you for tuning into today's Cabral HouseCall and be sure to check back tomorrow where we answer more of our community’s questions!
Show Notes & Resources:
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Get Your Question Answered:
http://StephenCabral.com/askcabral
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
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(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
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> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family!)
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
One issue I see in the fitness field is that we believe we should sprint before we crawl...
The reason most of us have been led to believe this is the best way to get results is because we assume based on the media that “more is more...”
What I’d like to do today is let you know you can work out as hard as you’d like as long as you stay balanced and follow specific exercise pillars...
Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 1448 to discover the 10 workout pillars: Expert Exercise Tips for Long-Lasting Results - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
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Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
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(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
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(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
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(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
There are a lot of people talking about how inflammation is the underlying factor in many diseases in the body...
And although this is completely true, we often forget what caused the inflammation in the first place...
One of the inflammatory root causal issues is cortisol (your body's stress hormone) which can cause free radical damage, dysregulate the immune system, and cause blood sugar fluctuations...
That's why on today's #CabralConcept 1447 I'd like to share with you how to lower cortisol & stress naturally in your everyday life - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
The best part of running an Integrative Health Practice is incorporating any form of reliable and validated natural health into your practice...
For me, this means combining the best of both Eastern & Western-based health modalities in order to help people heal from multiple angles...
So on today’s #CabralConcept 1446 I’d like to share with you some of the lost works of Hippocrates & Ancient Greek Medicine that I believe will help you understand how to better heal your body (and mind) - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
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Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Each one of us is on a unique path faced with specific challenges we must overcome while doing our best to live a happy, healthy life...
That’s not necessarily a bad thing and I believe it’s time we begin to view life not as a set of individual hardships, but rather “phases” we are in that will determine our next level of life based on how well we complete this one...
Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 1445 for more details on how to up-level your life based on which level of life you’re in right now - Enjoy the show!
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Show Notes & Resources:
- - -
Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!
I’m looking forward to sharing with you some of our community’s questions that have come in over the past few weeks…
Let’s get started!
Jean: hello, can you please talk to us about boils. my son has had boils all over his body but mostly on his buttock for the last 3 years (off and on) is there anything in Functional Medicine, Ayurvedic or naturopathy to stop them from happening. background 16 year old, male, fit, strong, enjoys life but has everyday stresses of school, diet is 80% organic diet mostly 60% vegetarian 10% organic meat but does have a high dose of 30% junk food (chips, soft drink, dairy, fried food, white bread). sleeps 8 hours a night. thanks for your time Jean.
Mina: What are your thoughts on ASMR as a means to switch on the parasympathetic nervous system? I've received tingling sensations in my scalp by watching ASMR videos and I'm fascinated as to why this happens. Any idea? Check out a ASMR soap-carving or tapping video. *mindblown*
Mimi: Dear Dr. Cabral, I'm curious about the length of time for healing after the CBO protocol. I had candida/bacterial overgrowth on the OAT test, no parasites on the stool test, and mild sensitivities on the IGG test. I'm almost done with the CBO protocol + citricidal and have followed it with the sensitive gut/elimination diet very strictly. I'm still following the elimination diet just to be safe. My gut feels good, but I had 3 symptoms when I started that I thought were related to the gut overgrowth, and they persist daily: (1) itchy eczema on my ears (2) anal itching and (3) a white tongue (not a coating, just more white than pink). Based on the HTMA + omega-3 test, I'm also supplementing with all EN products to rebalance mineral deficiencies and omega-3. I was hoping these 3 symptoms would have started to subside as I'm almost done with the CBO, but they haven't eased, so my question is, do you see these kinds of symptoms go away during the protocol, or more after the 3 months of heal + seal? Thank you for everything you do - you have saved my health and my life and I am eternally grateful for you!
Manny: Hello Dr. Cabral! I love your podcast and all that you do. I'm a 52 year old male and have had diverticulosis with diverticulitis for the last 5 years. I listened to episode 827 and have ordered the 3 gut tests (OAT, IGG, stool). In that episode you mentioned an "autoimmune/paleo" diet but didn't go into specifics. I understand that when I get the tests back, I will likely go on the CBO protocol with the sensitive gut guide - is this guide the same as the "autoimmune/paleo" diet you mentioned? If so, should I go ahead and start the sensitive gut guide while I wait for the tests? And one more part to my question - in your experience, do the pockets of diverticula actually heal or will they always be there? Thank you, with the deepest gratitude and appreciation for you!!
Lauren: Hi Dr Cabral, do you have a protocol for strep/acne.... thanks
Cole: Hi Dr. Cabral!! I love your podcasts & books, my question is regarding OCD. I have had it since I was in high school, maybe around 14 or 15 years old. I am now 23. It's not the kind of OCD where I need everything to be straight or clean (though I do like being clean) but rather I have to always "check" everything so that I'm not missing anything. Whenever I leave my house I HAVE to go over a "checklist" in my head of some things I might need or be missing. I've noticed it has to do more with my own possessions, for example, I only start doing these lists once I have stayed in an apartment for a few months. If I don't do this I will continue to go through each room in my head when I'm out with my friends, etc. It makes me feel "complete" when I do this, if I don't do it, I feel off. It has definitely taken up a lot of time in my life and often times I have to re-go over what I may be missing because I can't focus on the list in my head. I was wondering what advice you can give me for this, or even lab tests that would be best for me. I am generally a healthy individual. I don't take any meds, exercise regularly, eat a plant based diet, don't get sick often, Use natural based products, occasionally meditate in the sauna, etc. It's extremely embarrassing for me, the only person who - somewhat- knows is my boyfriend who has to sometimes wait while I go over my checklist in my head before we head out the door. Thanks!!!
Thank you for tuning into this weekend’s Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!
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Show Notes & Resources:
- - -
Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect
- - -
Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular Supplements:
> “The Dr. Cabral Daily Protocol”
(This is what Dr. Cabral does every day!)
- - -
(The fastest way to get well, lose weight, and feel great!)
- - -
> Daily Nutritional Support Shake
(#1 “All-in-One recommendation in my practice)
- - -
> Daily Fruit & Vegetables Blend
(22 organic fruit & vegetables “greens powder”)
- - -
> CBD Oil
(Full-spectrum, 3rd part-tested & organically grown)
- - -
> Candida/Bacterial Overgrowth, Leaky Gut, Parasite & Speciality Supplement Packages
- - -
> See All Supplements:
https://equilibriumnutrition.com/collections/supplements
- - -
Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests:
> Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
- - -
(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)
- - -
> Thyroid + Adrenal + Hormone Test
(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)
- - -
(Run your adrenal & hormone levels)
- - -
(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)
- - -
(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)
- - -
(Use this test to uncover any bacterial, h. Pylori, or parasite overgrowth)
- - -
(Use the #1 lab test to unlocking your DNA and what it means in terms of wellness, weight loss & anti-aging)
- - -
> Dr. Cabral’s “Big 5” Lab Tests
(This package includes the 5 labs Dr. Cabral recommends all people run in his private practice)
- - -
> View all Functional Medicine lab tests
(View all Functional Medicine lab tests you can do right at home for you and your family)
Welcome back to our weekend Cabral HouseCall shows!
This is where we answer our community's wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging questions to help people get back on track!
Check out today's questions:
Olga: Chronic hayfever and long standing exposure to pesticides, DDT, welding fumes etc. what is the connection and how to normalise the immune system response? Would detox be appropriate? Thanks! Olga
Daniel: First off, thank you for your service. You have made huge and positive impact in many lives and I continue to additionally spread your name and messages around. You give us all hope, which we do not get in the medical community. I am a 44 year old white male. I have been struggling with daily migraines the last 10 years (pain scale 7-10). Anything I tried as a preventative only made things worse, besides Propanolol. I take 120mg once per day. BP 115/77. Any and all things triggered or caused the migraine to increase in intensity. As you did, I performed a lot of research on my own and learned ways to manage and heal myself based on food/product eliminations. I worked the last two years with a local ND, but your history and experience brings it to a whole other level of knowledge. My testosterone levels were always under 300, so I thought I would try TRT therapy. Out of all things, that just about eliminated my migraines and allowed me to have the ability to take supplements without triggering a migraine. Gradually, I will work to get off TRT, which I have only been on for 18 weeks (1 injection every 3 weeks - 300mg of Testosterone Cypionate). I switched to your practice (under J. Hayes), I now know how deficient I was in vitamins, minerals, and how my body wasn't absorbing much of anything. She put me on a good path. My question to you is, two years ago I went for an abdominal ultrasound due to stomach pain (ended up being gastritis) and 2 - 1x1cm 'hepatic' cysts on my liver were found and a 1- 3mm polyp in my gallbladder (no issues with gallbladder). I usually go for scans every 6 months. Last one (before starting your regimen) on 9/16/2019 now shows they are 2cm on my liver and a 3rd found (left, caudate lobe, right lobe), and polyp (gallbladder) is now 4mm, and now also 1cm cyst was found on my left kidney. If you wouldn't mind explaining how these cysts form, steps to take, etc. Both, Serrapeptase and Nattokinase trigger a migraine for me within an hour. I know both can work miracles, if I could only handle it. MD do not seem concerned, but then again, they do not care much about our health (in my opinion). It will be interesting to see how things go on my next scan, now that fulfilling these deficiencies.For your Notes: (Julia/You have me on the following)Nutritional Supplements:Daily nutritional support shake: Start with ¼ scoop and increase as able with a goal of 2 scoops daily (on-going)GI balance:take 1 with each meal for 2 weeks and try to increase to 2 if able (complete 2 bottles)Daily digestive: 1 with each whole food meal (on- going)Liquid Vitamin D: 6 drops at breakfast (on-going)Omega 3 support: 1 with lunch1 with dinner (on-going)Full Spectrum Magnesium: 1 with lunch 2 with dinner (use for at least 3 months then reassess)Adrenal Soothe: 1-2 with lunch 1-2 with dinner (use for at least 3 months then reassess)Alkalizing Vitamin C: Start with ¼ of a scoop in the morning with the goal of a full scoop (for 3 months then reassess)Zinc Piccolinate: 1 at dinner (use for at least 3 months then reassess)*Iron Response Complete: 1-2 30 min before breakfast pending iron blood test. You are a true blessing to all of us! Daniel
Patty: Dr. Cabral, I am a huge fan of your podcast. With all the podcasts I've listened to, I've never heard you talk about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. I'm wondering if you have treated anyone with this condition and if so, what you used and how much? My daughter has this condition, along with POTS, Mast Cell Activation Disorder and Celiac Disease. She tries to eat pretty clean and has been gluten-free for a year now. I'm looking forward to your thoughts on this!
Katie: Hi Dr. Cabral! I'm wondering what the reasons for seeing mucus in your stool might be. For years I've dealt with it on and off - I always just chalked it up to allergies and/or IBS. I've done all the gut testing and have done the CBO protocol, heal & seal, mold protocol, and am now on an abridged CBO that my integrative health practitioner put me on - all that to say, I'm doing the gut work! But I do still occasionally see those mucus-y stools. Any insight on why that might be, and what causes them?
Tara: I am a 56 yr old female no major health issues all my life and just now diagnosed with cataracts I’ve never been dependent on eye glasses a have some that I would were for seeing at the movies, theater or driving unfamiliar places at night and just started wearing readers a couple years ago however since the cataracts I really don’t need readers I’ve read that cold pressed haxane free castor can help /reverse cataracts but I’m hesitant to try ( I don’t want to cause more damage ) I’m currently on day 6 of detox I’m searching for a solution other than IOL /surgery I’d like to know if trying castor oil drops is ok or any other recommendations
James: Hi Doc, I once heard somebody talk about how unhealthy fats like the various vegetable oils, canola oils etc. were the WORST thing for your body as you can't utilise them at all. Before this i was always under the impression that sugar was the WORST thing for your body, but apparently we can at least use utilise that. I guess this is a bit of a subjective question as it depends on your specific health deficiencies and imbalances when determining what is the WORST food/product for you. But if you was to say on a whole what the worse thing is, or the worst 3 things are, for the MAJORITY of humans - what would they be? IF you cant answer this question because it's too "person-specific" then can you answer me this question - Added sugar vs. Unhealthy oils - what is worse for you and why? Even if you do answer the first, could you also answer the second, I'm quite interested in the Sugar vs. Oils debate. Thanks so much DOC, your great :D
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