Every Friday I like to bring you my "best of the week" and review products, research, books, supplements, and foods that I use in my #Boston practice to help people get the results they want...
On today's #FridayReview the first item we're going to be talking about is the "Meat Free Monday" philosophy and nutrition tips on learning to be more environmentally and sustainability minded...
Next up, we'll be reviewing a popular book that is currently making a resurgence. It also has a very different outlook than conventional psychotherapy and may just be the mindset you need to achieve all your goals and move forward in life...
And last, but not least, I'll be reviewing a plant that is now being used in both natural and allopathic medicine to treat cough and cold symptoms. Tune into #CabralConcept 406 for all the details - Enjoy the show!
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For many people after they've been exercising for awhile they seem to get stuck in one style of training...
As a result, they miss out on all the benefits offered by using other pieces of fitness equipment that work their muscles in new ways leading to noticeable changes in their physique...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 405 and find out the 5 forgotten pieces of exercise equipment that many people have gotten away from using - Enjoy the show!
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In order to get well, lose weight, or enjoy increased vitality it's important to master your metabolism...
One of the best ways to do that is to prevent snacking or overeating by learning to balance your leptin and ghrelin hormones...
It is the delicate balance between these 2 hormones that allows you to feel normal hunger signals, but also turn off excessive food cravings and binge eating...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 404 for all details on how to crush food cravings by balancing leptin & ghrelin hormones - enjoy the show!
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It's easy to confuse the energy surge that comes along with caffeine consumption as something that's beneficial or good for us...
There's no doubt it feels great (for most people) in the short-term, but the long-term effects can wear and tear on your nervous system, adrenals, thyroid, and liver...
On today's #CabralConcept 403 I talk about how much caffeine is too much and how and why to wean off caffeine for wellness, weight loss, and anti-aging benefits - Enjoy the show!
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With goals come expectations. But, these expectations may or may not be based in reality...
For some reason we've been conditioned in our Western vision of reality that achieving our goals is supposed to be a straight forward shot to success...
The problem is that the real world isn't set up this way, and as a result we become frustrated due to an incongruence with our preconceived thoughts...
The solution is to realize that true happiness does not in fact lie in the attainment of anything, but rather in the process itself and how we should view that process...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 402 to better understand why failure and failing forward is the answer you've been searching for - Enjoy the show!
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Every few weeks I'll be adding a BONUS REPLAY show from a previous podcast that was voted by our listeners as one of their favorites (by number of downloads)!
The bonus replay will never replace a weekend Cabral HouseCall, but is added as an additional podcast...
If you've already listened in to this show I highly recommend a 2nd listen to reinforce what you've already learned and possibly even pick up another tip or two you may have missed!
Here is today's show:
How to Flush Inflammation from Your Body!
Most people view inflammation as something bad, but I have a much different view of it…
The media has made inflammation out to be the bad guy and something that is supposed to be wiped out through pharmaceutical drugs or nutritional supplements…
However, what they haven’t told you is that inflammation is actually a warning sign of some type of tissue trauma that has happened in the body…
This means that if you simply try to mask the symptoms of inflammation you are still not treating the hidden root cause of the actual health issue…
Tune in to today’s CabralConcept 332 to find out how do naturally flush inflammation from your body while healing from the inside out at the same time – Enjoy the show!
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Thank you for coming back to tune into our 2nd day of the weekend Cabral HouseCalls!
We have another amazing 3 questions today and here they are:
Chad: Hi Dr. Cabral, You indicated you live in the downtown area of a major city. I do as well. Do you have any issues with nighttime traffic noise? If so, what do you use to mitigate its impact on your sleep? I've tried earplugs and sound machines, but am wondering if you have any better solutions.
Cheryl: Hi, Dr. Cabral. First, I'd like to express my gratitude to you for providing such solid and thought-provoking advice! I've learned so much and have made it a practice to listen to your podcast every day. Now, for my question...have you ever heard of a practice called "muscle testing"? My sister-in-law is going to a naturopath who performs this kind of examination in order to tell her which foods she may be sensitive to in addition to supplements he recommends to her. He offers this service in person as well as through Skype. It sounds intriguing but is a totally foreign concept to me and I thought, perhaps, based on your interest in health disciplines throughout the world that, you may have heard of it. Thanks so much for your time and I look forward to your thoughtful response. Cheryl
Cassidy: Thank you thank you thank you for putting out this daily podcast I’ve learned so much! I have a quick question on your kettlebell workout challenge. You mention doing the swings everyday - is this okay to do? I know you’ve mentioned in the past that you don’t believe in working out everyday…
I hope you enjoyed today's Q&A and all the tips along the way!
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Welcome back to the weekend edition of the #CabralConcept where I answer our community's questions!
We have bunch of #HouseCalls to get to today and they cover some amazing questions across the board...
I can't wait to share those answers with you now!
Karen: My mother has had diarrhea for 14 months. She has struggled with this off and on for ten years but this is the worst yet. In the past she has taken antibiotics but it always comes back. She has lost a lot of weight and I believe is nutritionally deficient. She has tried omitting dairy, gluten, eggs, and other food items but nothing seems to make a big difference. Oddly, fresh vegetables seem to make it worse. She takes Ammodium AD every single day to be able to leave the house. Any suggestions?
Michelle: Hello again Dr. Cabral. You keep mentioning your book in your podcasts. Can you give us a date when we might expect to see it and will you be doing a "crowd sourcing" campaign so we can preorder it to help you out? I'm not sure if crowd sourcing is the term I'm looking for but I think you probably will get my drift! ;-) Thanks again for all of your time, energy and boundless information you help so many of us with. Michelle
Mouxios: Found out about you from Instagram!! I am a 21year old student and I really find your podcasts very helpful!! So I have been vegan for 13 months now ( in the beginning vegetarian) ! I did some blood tests and I found out I have low ferittin levels!! What can I do in order to increase my ferittin levels while remaining vegan? (I think this is also the reason my hair has started falling)!! Thank you in Advance!!
J: your diatomaceous earth episode is not paying ok phone or computer - may be a glitch on your end? just wanted to give you a heads up - http://stephencabral.com/189-2/
Anonymous: if you are attempting an infrared sauna mini experience at home with a single bulb which bulb do you recommend? is the 120 V 250 W from Home Depot sufficient or should you spend the extra $10 and get it from one of the health stores that sell special infrared bulbs (Try for 3-4 bulbs if possible. 250W.
Vijay: If your vitamin D3 levels are just out of optimum range at 43 and you’re only taking 1,000 IU a day, how much should you raise your dosage by?
I hope you enjoyed today's Cabral HouseCall and I'll be back tomorrow answering more of our communities questions!
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Today's #FridayReview is going to be a deep dive into women's health, wellness, anti-aging, and weight loss!
This show is by popular request and it uncovers the often overlooked factors on how genetics play into weight maintenance, obesity, auto-immune disease, and the aging process and what you can do to silence those gene expressions...
I'm also going to review one of the hottest books out right now on women's health that covers the top 5 factors that steal your youth, cause hormone imbalances, and makes you gain weight...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 399 for all the details and a full show dedicated just to women's health issues - Enjoy the show!
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The #1 excuse for not working out is a "lack of time," but I believe that we all make time for what we see as a priority in our life...
And one of the reasons we don't always make time for exercise is because we can find it boring. So, today, what I'd like to do is actually share how we change up our client's workout programs to make them more fun & motivational...
Tun into today's #CabralConcept 398 for tips on making your workouts more fun & effective and as a bonus I'm also going to share a kettlebell workout challenge you can do right at home over the next 30 days - Enjoy the show!
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Right now, "intermittent fasting" has become one of the most popular diet trends in the health & fitness industry...
The problem is that it's being marketed as an "all-for-one" approach, which is anything but the truth...
Like any diet plan, intermittent fasting has its downsides and by skipping breakfast you may just be doing more harm than good...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 397 for why you may not want to fast until lunch - Enjoy the show!
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Mushrooms were one of the first forms of "herbal medicine" ever used and to this day are still one of the most researched and prized natural supplements...
Literally, the potency of mushrooms, the beta-glucans and other properties they contain are being studied to fight cancer, inflammation, fatigue, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and weight gain, as well as for the their longevity nutrients...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 396 to discover the benefits of mushrooms and which specific mushroom is used to treat what you may be suffering from - Enjoy the show!
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Goals are a funny thing. We all have them and we want to strive for more out of life, but we don't always want to do the work required to get there...
Part of it is that we can get too comfortable with where we are right now even if it's not a good place. The reason is that it's become routine and although not where we want to be we at least know this familiar ground...
And let's face it, to get to that next level in life we're going to have to change. Something needs to be different in order to get a different result...
A lot of the time too, many of us know what needs to be done to make that change to get that new result, but we're not always willing to make that trade. Tune into today's #CabralConcept 395 to find out how to do what you don't want to in order to get ahead - Enjoy the show!
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I hope you enjoyed yesterday's 1st edition of the weekend Cabral #HouseCalls!
Today, we have 3 more community questions so let's get started:
Deborah: Dr. Stephen Cabral, You (and your team) inspire me and thank you for staying inspired so you can continue to give so freely to people. I'm interested in the wholistic functional medicine approach. I want to begin pursuing foundational training to be able to offer care to others in need. I've looked at the RD route but want an education that incorporates prescribing methods of healing found naturally in the earth primarily through nutrition [similar to a naturopathic doctor but I don't want to become a doctor]. Do you know which field(s) of medicine would best help me do that? Side question: I get bruises easily when I bump into things. Do you know a natural remedy to heal bruises effectively? Btw tried your Detox for the first time..twas grand :)
Melissa: Hi Dr. Cabral - first of all thank you so much for everything you do! My question is this: my husband (age 29) has gum recession (lower front teeth and it's also beginning on his upper front teeth) that is progressively getting worse. He had a graft done about 5 years ago and it was semi-successful and he maintained that for about 3 years until he had his teeth cleaned and for whatever reason the hygienist had to clean pretty aggressively near the gum line. Ever since that time he has watched it worsen. His dental hygiene is great which is why this is so disappointing because he takes better care of his teeth than anyone I know. Right now he is oil pulling with coconut oil and some oregano oil. Is there anything he can do? Through my own research I've read about supplementing with CoQ10 and Vitamin C. He would prefer not to have another surgery. Thanks!
Alice: Hi, I have 2 girls under the age of 4 - I am healthy, eat well, supplement well, green powder etc. I exercise 4/5 days a week, fairly active during the day - always hit my 10k steps. I am having a few problems post babies - 1. stomach fat- all my body fat seems to be here and quite stubborn. I am toned everywhere else and these last 7 pounds seem to be all on my tummy- can you help? I have done the IGG food tests and eliminated. 2. my sex drive since having my 2nd child has gone! obviously i have less time, working, being a mum and cooking from scratch, gym etc but i'd really like to connect again with my husband. any advice would be fabulous - thank you for all your help - you are great.
I hope you enjoyed today's Q&A and all the tips added in along the way!
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The weekend Cabral #HouseCalls are back and we have some amazing questions lined up for today and tomorrow!
Here is today's community Q&A:
Sharlona: I am new to your site and plan and have downloaded the welcome package. I am now trying to access the Functional Medicine Testing and receiving the following message: 404 Error We’re sorry but the page you’re looking for has gone missing… we’ll look for it, but in the mean time please use the search bar above to type in a keyword for what you are looking for. Is there another way I can access this? Thank you for your time. I am very interested in your program.
CC: Hi Stephen, I recently read about Professor Birkmayer NADH and it's effectiveness for energy. I was interested in this for adrenal support (in addition to other herbs I am taking and of course the Cabral detox) but wondered if NADH is really worth the excessively high price point? Massively value your podcasts, learned so much - many thanks!
Anna: Hi Dr Cabral! I am a healthy, 35 year old but recently have been experiencing fatigue issues and slight weight gain. :-( I do have a great deal of life stress, but I work out, eat a very clean diet and practice meditation/prayer - still deeply struggling with new aging concerns and fatigue. Recently a friend talked to me about coffee enemas and fasting. What is your take on regular 2-3 day fasting? How about coffee enemas? What is your opinion there? By the way, thank you for making your expertise available! Best, Anna
Tom: Hello Dr. Cabral, first of all I'd like to start by saying how thankful I am to have found this website and listen to your podcasts on a daily basis. I think what you're doing is such an amazing service and I thank you! My question is: I can never seem to get through a book at the speed most people do. And when I'm reading I often have to reread some paragraphs or sentences because my mind drifts off, even though I'm 100% interested in the book I'm reading. Wondering if you can shed some light on this for me. 2. Why can't I concentrate when I'm reading and need to reread paragraphs because I didn't grasp it the first time.Thank you.
Thank you for tuning in today and be sure to check back for tomorrow's 2nd HouseCall of the weekend!
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I hope you've enjoyed a great & productive week and now you're looking forward to the weekend ahead!
On this week's #FridayReview I am bringing some of the latest research on nutritional supplements (Orthomolecular Medicine) and specifically why you need to keep vitamin K in your daily regimen...
Next up, I'll be talking about over a dozen benefits of cayenne pepper (some are very surprising) and how you can take it in any one of its 3 forms...
And finally, I'll be sharing one of my favorite "old school" books on goal setting and why I believe this book may just be the one you've been looking for - Enjoy the show!
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Not all athletes are born with gifted genetics - Some have to scultp that lean, defined body that helps them win at their sport...
That's good news for the rest of us. It means if they can do it then there must be a formula we can use to copy their success...
Check out today's #CabralConcept 391 for the type of specific training athletes use to get a lean athletic looking body - Enjoy the show!
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To be honest there are so many balancing acts within your body in order for you to lose weight effortlessly.
However, one factor is far more important than all of them, since it is the underlying root cause that if not rebalanced will never allow you to lose weight or keep it off forever...
Tune into #CabralConcept 390 for the #1 factor to losing weight - Enjoy the show!
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I know this may be hard to believe, but almost everyone I meet with wellness or weight loss issues has some type of food sensitivity...
Typically it goes undiscovered by conventional medicine doctors because the food reaction doesn't happen immediately after eating and often the symptoms aren't what you'd expect a food reaction to look like...
Check out today's #CabralConcept 389 for the 10 signs you may a hidden food sensitivity - Enjoy the show!
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I believe it was Peter Drucker that eloquently said that there is no such thing as time management - there is only life management...
I think he was right. We all get the same 24 hours everyday and it's how wisely we use those hours (or not) that allows us to get ahead in life or fall further behind...
The beautiful thing is that at any point in our life we can decide to turn things around. We can choose to get more out of life. We just have to think differently...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 388 for details on the life management & productivity tips I recommend in order to achieve every goal you set for yourself - Enjoy the show!
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We're back with our 2nd Cabral #HouseCall of the weekend!
I really enjoyed answering yesterday's questions and looking forward to tackling today's Q&A...
So let's get started!
Tracy: Hi Doctor Cabral. Thank you thank you for all the info. I was wondering how you feel about consuming coconut water daily. I try and drink a 16oz bottle of organic harmless harvest coconut water every day (supposedly this brand is closest to the real thing and I truly enjoy it) 1. Does this count towards my daily water intake? 2. is it too much sugar at 28g, but since it is natural sugar I feel it is ok? 3. are there many benefits of drinking quality coconut water? Background, I do suffer from SIBO and many other intestinal and skin issues. Thank you.
Jenn: Hi there! I had also sent this email to the support@stephencabral.com address too and never got a response. I am very interested in trying out the daily shake, but I need to make sure there is no caffeine, even green tea, in the product. My body is very sensitive to it and I have a hard time tolerating it at all. I hope to hear from you soon so I can make my purchase!
Lisa: Hi Dr. Cabral, I take Epsom salt baths 3 times a week using Dr. Teals Epsom salts unscented. I took you up on your recommendation of using San Francisco Salt Co Epsom salts and bought a gigantic bag of it. Unfortunately the two times I used it I got a huge headache about 2-4 hours later. I would love to know why that is. I hate that I stare at this beautiful big bag of salt I can't seem to tolerate. Btw, I use about 1 -1.5 cups of salt in the bath water. Thanks much! Lisa
Cynthia: Can you please do a podcast on silent reflux. I was just diagnosed and I'm looking for a natural cure to help me with my symptoms. Thank you…
Max: Hi Dr. Cabral! I've been listening to your podcast since last summer and it's been a great source of information. I've made many changes to my habits after listening to your podcasts, including the detox, and having smoothies every morning. It's definitely improved my daily life! Thank you for your work! My question to you now is about asthma and pet allergies. I was diagnosed with asthma at 32 y/o. After allergy tests, I was told I'm highly allergic to pet dander (dogs, cats) and common house dust mite. After a stern chat from my Dr., I found new homes for my cats, got rid of rugs and heavy fabrics, and "allergen proofed" my house. It's been 6-7 years of clean breathing with no asthma attacks; the only exceptions when visiting households with pets, and being exposed to them for over 3-4 hours, or overnight stays (and I'd take medication like Allegra and or albuterol pump in these occasions). Interestingly enough, the asthma/allergic reaction varies depending on the breed of dogs I'm exposed to (for example, hardly any reaction to a yorkie-terrier, but then get short of breath near a bulldog). My question is - should I never consider getting a pet again? Or are there any non-medication alternatives to alleviate these allergic reactions so I could potentially get a pet? Again, thank you for your work and time. Max
Lindsey: Hi, I've spent most of the winter mixing interval sessions on the treadmill and with weight sessions I have sore shin/ thigh and hip pain on one side; possible Sacroiliac joint? It's effecting my training now. I've changed shoes, rested a few days, massage etc but not helping. I will get back outside on the road when the weather is better but in the meantime what can I do? Is it the treadmill impact? Thanks for your fabulous podcast and help x
Jeni: Hi Dr. Cabral! Words cannot describe how much you have changed mine and my family's health since I have discovered your podcasts! Thank you! I have asked questions before regarding my husband and children's health issues (to which your advice worked 100% on each question), but have always put my health issues off for another time. I am ready to start feeling better as well! My story is a little more complicated than theirs. My main symptoms are hives (usually around my joints but also on any part of my limbs) and joint pain. The hives also come on any time of day or night, but really appear after I have had any type of contact on my skin. (Example: when I go skiing, my boots rub in certain places on my feet. My ankles and feet are super swollen with hives for the rest of the evening.) Most Dr.'s have automatically chalked it up to a food intolerance and Rheumatoid Arthritis. I have taken the steps from a medical doctor to do allergy tests for food, but all have come back negative. Let me also say, they did NOT do a food sensitivity test. I have done the Whole 30 program to help me eliminate foods but in doing, the hives and severe joint pain have NOT gone away. I am in my mid 30s and this has started just a few years ago, but has gotten progressively worse and is starting to affect my life. Does this sound like a classic case of Rheumatoid Arthritis to you, and if so, what should my next step be? I don't love the idea of taking medication to improve it but am starting to feel like that is my next step. I just recently listened to your podcast on nightshades, and am just starting to eliminate that. What else do you recommend?
I hope you enjoy today's Q&A and all the tips along the way!
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I'm really looking forward to today's Cabral #HouseCall!
We have so many amazing questions and I think the answers may even surprise you in some cases...
Let's get started!
Nikki: What is the best test for Optimal Health?
Lizzie: 2 questions for the wonderful doctor cabral: 1.What are you feelings on castor oil packs for detoxing? How do you do this simply? Life is already so busy, I was thinking I could do this at the same time as a coffee enema that I do once a week now. Good idea? Does this help with hormone issues/ovarian cysts? 2. What is the #1 oil for facial scars, I am trying to make my own acne serum for my face, back and arms, I did a lot of picking, and now need to eradicate the scarring that is so awful. Thank you!
Chloe: Hi Dr Cabral, thanks for your podcast on adrenal thyroid, looking forward to more. So I have started on a journey to repair my adrenals over the past month as much as possible using adaptogenic herbs (Gaia herbs) etc and just started taking natural thyroid support (also Gaia herbs) the other day, the last few days however, almost since taking the thyroid supplement, I have noticed I have been very moody and negative. I am trying to minimize stress to help adrenals but even the smallest thing will tick me off! I haven't touched birth control for almost 4 yrs. I am due a period but it is late (36 days), I am definitely not pregnant. I am not sure if it's just really bad PMS or if it could be some kind of adjustment to my hormones rebalancing - does this happen? I was wondering how long approximately it may take for this "adjustment" or the hormonal state to return to normal? Love this community, thanks and very much appreciated
Maura: Everyone talks about out of balance hormones and how they ruin everything but no one gives clear direction on what to do to fix them. Can you help with that?
Ashley: Hi Dr. Cabral, I recently got tested and found out I have a parasite AND a candida overgrowth - what do you recommend I work on healing first? Thanks for your help!
Frank: Thank you very much for responding to my instagram question about finding a Naturopathic today. Since I live in NY, I'm not sure I could find a doctor that does the things you do. I will check the IFM.org website and hope for the best. Believe me, I would love to see you, but since it is about a 5 hour trip, it doesnt look plausible. Thank you again for your help, your podcasts and overall great information. Blessings to you and yours.
Thanks for tuning in and I can't wait to bring you 5 more community questions tomorrow!
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Given the fact that the air we breathe is literally the most important thing to our health I always find it odd that we allow so many chemicals to float around unseen in the atmosphere around us...
Invisible gases, allergens, dust mites, and other chemicals literally pollute our air and poison our lungs and blood causing many of the immune responses responsible for what we label dis-ease processes...
Although we can't always run away from toxic environment we've inherited, on today's #CabralConcept 385 I will share with you how to make your world and the air you breathe a whole lot cleaner & safer - Enjoy the show!
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Muscle stiffness, soreness, and joint inflammation are one of those nagging pains that travel with you everywhere you go and can really be debilitating in life...
I find muscle and joint pain to be one of those topics you never think about until it happens to you- But when it does it's all you can think about it...
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 384 for a healing method I use to alleviate join pain and speed up recovery - Enjoy the show!
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We've all been led to believe that we crave certain foods because those are just our taste bud's preferences, but the truth lies a lot deeper than that...
While it is true that people prefer certain foods over others, sometimes it's not because of a taste preference, but instead due to a physiological need of your body.
Tune into today's #CabralConcept 383 to discover what your food cravings really mean and what you should do about it - Enjoy the show!
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