Synopsis
The Cabral Concept by Dr. Stephen Cabral was created for you, the health conscious individual looking to discover the little known factors to ideal wellness, weight loss, anti aging, Functional Medicine, Naturopathic medicine and detox. We uncover the root causes of why you're feeling stuck and unable to attain your goals and the action steps needed to live the life you always dreamed of. By following the Cabral Concept of "Change Your Body - Change Your Life," our community believes that by first rebalancing your body and mind, you will then be motivated to conquer any goals you set for yourself in life. I look forward to sharing these real world, proven, holistic wellness strategies with you straight from my Boston Naturopathic, Ayurvedic, and Functional Medicine practice!
Episodes
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3433: How to Stick to Your Plan - Not Your Mood (MM)
30/06/2025 Duration: 15minDo you have big goals but find that your emotions or lack of motivation keep getting in the way of your progress? You’re not alone—many people struggle with staying consistent when their mood shifts. But learning how to move forward regardless of how you feel is the key to lasting success. On today's show, I’ll show you how to break free from mood-based decision-making and instead build momentum through discipline and daily action. Tune in to Cabral Concept 3433 to discover how to stick to your plan—not your mood—and create the results you’ve been working toward. Enjoy the show, and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3433 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete
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3432: Malic Acid & Body Aches, Help For CIRS, Making Behavioral Changes, Microplastics & Tea Bags, Inflamed Gums & Tongue (HouseCall)
29/06/2025 Duration: 17minThank 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… Anonymous: I had fatigue, body pain and gallstones. Taking malic acid for gallstones but pain and fatigue went away. What does it mean when malic acid eliminates body aches? Does Malic acid address root cause issues? Is malic acid safe to take while I run my big 5 labs. Nakul: Hello Dr. Cabral, I'm a big fan of your podcast and your approach to chronic health challenges. You're helping a lot of people heal - please keep up the great work. I was diagnosed with CIRS last year, which is an inflammatory response caused by a genetic predisposition to be unable to remove inhaled biotoxins (like mold and endotoxins) with the adaptive immune response. I've been dealing with reduction in vision (from what I suspect is brain inflammation caused by toxicity), and alopecia areata, in addition to food sensitivitie
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3431: Reduced Pancreatic Function, Liposomal Glutathione & Toxins, Itching During Exercise, Using Moringa Powder, Protocols While Traveling (HouseCall)
28/06/2025 Duration: 16minWelcome 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: Yvonne: Have just been advised, based upon blood work, that I have reduced pancreatic function (52.2%). My diet contains no sugar (I use stevia or monk fruit or natural sugars in fruits such as dates) and don’t eat any highly processed foods, no gluten… so basically a clean diet. I also exercise, am not overweight. Was told I am pre-diabetic with an A1C of 6. Had a sample of a 4continuous glucose monitor - lowest rate was 5 and highest one time 2 hrs after eating was 10. I intermittent fast usually from about 2 - 3 p.m. until around 7 a.m. Is there anything else I can do to ensure pancreatic function doesn’t continue to decline as I don’t want to be on a pharmaceutical. Thanks. Lynn: I only recently heard about liposomal vitamins for the f
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3430: Magnesium L-Threonate Benefits, The Art of the Good Life, Daily Dad, Food Science & GLP-1 Drugs, Ground-Breaking Cancer Protocol (FR)
27/06/2025 Duration: 20minWelcome back to today’s Friday Review where I’ll be breaking down the best of the week! I’ll be sharing specifics on these topics: Magnesium L-Threonate Benefits (product review) The Art of the Good Life (book review) Daily Dad (book review) Food Science & GLP-1 Drugs (research) Ground-Breaking Cancer Protocol (research) For all the details tune in to today’s Cabral Concept 3430 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3430 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood
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3429: PQQ: The Missing Mitochondrial Booster for Energy & Anti-Aging (TT)
26/06/2025 Duration: 13minDo you feel like your body is running low on energy—even with all the right diet, supplements and exercise? What if the real problem isn’t how hard you're pushing but how well your cells are producing energy? Today I want to share with you the incredible benefits of a clinically proven nutrient that stimulates the growth of new mitochondria, your body’s cellular power plants. If you’re already using CoQ10, NAD, or other mitochondrial boosters but haven’t added this nutrient to your routine, it could be the key element your anti-aging and energy protocol has been missing. Tune in to Cabral Concept 3429 to find out how this powerful compound may help boost your energy, sharpen your focus, and support healthy aging. Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3429 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - -
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3428: The Scar Protocol: Science-Based Skin Healing That Works (WW)
25/06/2025 Duration: 15minScars don’t have to be permanent… Whether from acne, surgery, or injury, your body has the ability to heal if given the right support. On today’s show, I’ll break down how scars form, why they can become thick or discolored with age, and what you can do to help reduce their appearance. I’ll also share my simple, research-backed SCAR Protocol—a 3-step approach that combines effective topical treatments with key internal nutrients to support full-spectrum healing. Tune in to today’s Cabral Concept 3428 to discover the science behind scar repair and how you can begin transforming your skin naturally. Enjoy the show, and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3428 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances &
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3427: Foods That Increase or Decrease Stress Levels (TWT)
24/06/2025 Duration: 19minDid you know that what you eat could be quietly raising your stress levels and spiking your cortisol? On today’s episode, we’re exploring the powerful connection between certain foods and how they influence your body’s fight-or-flight and rest-and-relax responses. I’m going to share with you a clear breakdown of specific foods that can either increase stress and inflammation—or help calm your nervous system and bring balance to your hormones. I’ll walk you through both lists and explain exactly why these foods have such a profound effect on your mood, energy, and overall well-being. Join me on today’s Cabral Concept 3427 to discover which foods raise or lower stress levels. Enjoy the show, and be sure to let me know what you think! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3427 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular
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3426: The Gut-Mindset Connection (MM)
23/06/2025 Duration: 14minDo you feel like you’re doing all the right things when it comes to your mental wellness, but still struggle with anxiety, overwhelm, or low mood? The missing piece might not be your mindset — it could be your gut. While motivation and positive thinking are crucial, deeper imbalances in your gut may be silently driving ongoing stress, worry, and mood issues. So on today’s show, I want to explore the powerful connection between gut health and mental health, and share actionable steps you can take to restore balance and finally feel your best. Join me on today’s Cabral Concept 3426 as we dive into the gut-health connection and what it means for you. Enjoy the show and let me know your thoughts. - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3426 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals &
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3425: Poor Air Quality, Zinc Supplements, Methane SIBO & CBO Protocol, Cooking with Microwaves, Banning Ashwagandha (HouseCall)
22/06/2025 Duration: 17minThank 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… BM: Hi Dr. Cabral! Would you have any health recommendations (how to help our bodies and especially respiratory system and lungs) for those people (children of 6 years old and adults) who live in areas with constant outdoor air pollution from PM10, PM2.5, Ozone (gases from vehicles, volatile organic compounds)? Specifically, when US AQI ranges from Moderate (51) to Unhealthy (139) and Very Unhealthy (263). We already have indoor air filters with HEPA, keep doors/windows shut, limit being outdoors especially when US AQI is too high. Sheena: Hi Dr . C! Thx for taking me question. I'm taking Equilife's Balanced Zinc but live in Canada and currently looking for a comparable one that I can find here. The only one that I found has similar ing
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3424: Stool Diagnosis, Jitters & Stress, Dry Throat & Coughing, High Cholesterol Concerns, Long Term Effects of Botox (HouseCall)
21/06/2025 Duration: 20minWelcome 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: Mike: Thank you Dr Cabral for all you do. I’d like for you to read this question to yourself before reading out loud, to some people this could be disgusting. What can we learn from our stools size, color, texture, smells, amount, frequency? Spencer: I’ve been experiencing shakiness, jitteriness for a decent amount of years now. I had some extended chronic stress. I ran the big 5 recently. My adrenals were tanked and I likely have some fungal/yeast/bacterial overgrowths based on my OAT. I tried the CBO two years ago, but my body was just too burnt out and stressed that no protocol would work. I’ve started working on nervous system and therapy, which have been helping a ton. I plan to do to CBO again at the end of the year. I also had some mycotoxin markers elevated (mostly t
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3423: Taurine Review, Change Your Paradigm-Change Your Life, Low-Carb Diets & Colon Cancer, Omega-3 Supplements vs. Fish (FR)
20/06/2025 Duration: 25minWelcome back to today’s Friday Review where I’ll be breaking down the best of the week! I’ll be sharing specifics on these topics: Taurine Pros & Cons (product review) Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life (book review) Low-Carb Diets & Colon Cancer (research) Omega-3 Supplements vs. Fish (research) For all the details tune in to today’s Cabral Concept 3423 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3423 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Te
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3422: My 3 Big Takeaways from a Year on Hydrogen Water (TT)
19/06/2025 Duration: 10minOne of the questions I get asked most often is: Am I still using hydrogen water? The short answer is yes — and in this episode, I explain exactly why. With over 1,300 studies supporting the benefits of hydrogen water - I’ve also personally experienced noticeable improvements since incorporating it daily. Whether you're new to hydrogen water or have been considering adding it to your wellness routine, this episode offers simple, real-world insights into its potential benefits. Join me on today's Cabral Concept 3422 where I share my 3 big takeaways from a year on hydrogen water. Enjoy the show and let me know your thoughts. - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3422 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)
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3421: Summer Weight Loss Solutions (Find Yours Here) (WW)
18/06/2025 Duration: 13minSummer is here and with it comes a flood of weight loss ads pushing quick fixes and one-size-fits-all plans… But what truly works when it comes to achieving real, lasting results? On today’s Cabral Concept 3421, I’ll reveal the 5 root causes of stubborn weight gain and explain why uncovering your specific trigger is the key to sustainable, natural fat loss. Tune in to discover which imbalance may be holding you back and learn simple, effective steps to rebalance your body and get back to looking and feeling your best. Enjoy the show and as always, I’d love to hear your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3421 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitam
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3420: Make Our Children Healthy Again Assessment Explained (TWT)
17/06/2025 Duration: 15min50% of U.S. children are now living with at least one chronic health condition… A recent government assessment reveals that if current trends continue, the next generation is facing a lifetime of chronic illness. On today’s show, I’ll walk you through the root causes behind this alarming trend—and why this issue goes far beyond politics. While this topic may spark debate, it’s a conversation we must have if we want to reverse these concerning patterns. Join me on today’s Cabral Concept 3420 as we take a serious look at the current state of children’s health in the U.S. and explore what can be done to make our children healthy again. Enjoy the show and let me know your thoughts. - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3420 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test f
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3419: Are You Waiting for This to Happen Before You Start? (MM)
16/06/2025 Duration: 11minAre you truly living your life—or just waiting for it to start? Far too often, we delay our happiness, holding out for Friday, next year, or the elusive “perfect time.” But in doing so, we end up putting life on hold. So on today's show I’ll share with you how to break free from the holding pattern and start living with more purpose and presence—right now. Join me on today's Cabral Concept 3419 to learn how to stop waiting to start living. Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought. - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3419 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well
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3418: Bone Spurs & Neck Strength, Double Vision, Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators, Root Canal vs. Implants, Supplements & Healthy Thyroid (HouseCall)
15/06/2025 Duration: 16minThank 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… Lina: Hi Dr. Cabral, My neck has been feeling very fatigue for the past months. My spinal X-ray revealed a mild C5-6 disc space narrowing with endplate osteophyte formation. I am applying castor oil onto this area daily as I believe it help disintegrate bone spurs. Can you please provide guidance on what more I can do to break up these bone spurs and strengthen that area of my neck? Besides neck exercises which I am doing, are there any dietary suggestions or supplementation that would help. I am very grateful for all you do for us in this community. With much thanks, Lina Heather: Hello Dr. Cabral! I am a 47-year-old woman who has been experiencing double vision upon waking that usually lasts until around 11 AM, It does not happen every day but has been happening for a year and a half. It also
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3417: Deceptive Marketing & Processed Food, Heat Intolerance & Sauna, Detox & Viruses, Bone Growth, How to Use a Binder (HouseCall)
14/06/2025 Duration: 18minWelcome 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: Patrick: Hey doc. This question is for my mom. She’s in her mid 70s and right now just about all her meals are processed food. Her breakfast and lunch are usually French toast sticks and waffles. She believes she’s getting her nutrition from that because of the marketing and labels saying how much protein and vitamins are in them. Her dinners are about the same being a frozen dinner with a few vegetables in it . Can you just go over how it’s all marketing and this isn’t healthy at all. I look forward to your answer so I can listen to it with her. Thanks for all you do Susan: Thanks for all you do. Love your podcasts. My question, you talk a lot about sauna/sweating/detox. I have a real intolerance for heat, It's been really noticeabl
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3416: Magic Molecule, Four Thousand Weeks, Autoimmune Disease & Heart Failure, Collagen & Joint Support (FR)
13/06/2025 Duration: 20minWelcome back to this week’s Friday Review where I can’t wait to share with you the best of the week! I’m looking forward to reviewing: Magic Molecule (product review) Four Thousand Weeks (book review) Autoimmune Disease & Heart Failure (research) Collagen & Joint Support (research) For all the details tune into this week’s Cabral Concept 3416 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3416 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover you
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3415: The New Science of Becoming Resilient to Stress (TT)
12/06/2025 Duration: 16minWe all face stress—but how we respond to it makes all the difference. Stress can build us up, strengthening our body and immune system… or it can break us down, leading to anxiety, muscle loss, weakened immunity, and faster aging. The good news? Our body comes equipped with a natural defense system against stress—and when we support it properly, we can boost our resilience, calm the mind, and protect our long-term health. Join me on today’s Cabral Concept 3415 as we explore the latest science on how to become more stress-resilient, naturally. Enjoy the episode and let me know what you think! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3415 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitam
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3414: New Highly Controversial Coffee Studies (WW)
11/06/2025 Duration: 15minIs your morning coffee packed with health benefits, or does it carry some hidden risk? Coffee sparks a lot of debate, with passionate voices on both sides claiming absolute truths. But what does the actual research say? On today’s episode, I’ll explore both perspectives and break down the latest studies to give you a clear, balanced view of whether coffee is more helpful or harmful. Join me on Cabral Concept 3414 as we dive into the controversial science behind coffee. Enjoy the show, and be sure to share your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3414 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral’s Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & ba