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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:

Dana: I'm a 42 year old woman in perimenopause. During the middle part of my cycle, around when ovulation should be happening, I notice that my urine has a very strong smell compared to the rest of my cycle. This lasts about a week. I'm not dehydrated and I don't eat anything differently during this time than I do any other time of the month. This has been going on monthly for at least 6 months but probably closer to a year or more. Is there any cause for concern? What could be causing this? Is this something that can be expected with hormone fluctuations, and if so, why would it have started now but not been going on the rest of my life? Anonymous: I'm in perimenopause and working with a functional medicine doctor who determined that all 3 of my sex hormones were low. She has put me on several supplements including Pregnenolone. After taking the supplements I noticed that I was experiencing joint pain while not having changed anything else diet or exercise wise. After some removing and adding back I determined that it is the pregnenolone that is causing the joint pain, she finds it very odd. What reasons would this be happening? I live in a country where I can't order your supplements, what would be the best things to take to help boost hormones if I can't take pregnenolone? Anonymous: Hi Dr CaBral! I recently got my IUD out due to constant spotting and some news about family getting cancer from years of hormone replacement. After having one for many years on and off, I thought it best to let my body just get back to it's natural state. I did a 7day detox and started taking progesterone support for a month after. After 3 months my cycles have returned back to normal, but I've started losing my hair, have dry skin and just dragging all the time now. My chiropractor/naturopath muscle tested and ovaries were not optimal at all, thyroid was a 2 out of 10, my system is showing blocked and my body is having a hard time detoxing on it's own. Overall I'm very healthy and was not having issues until now. I don't have the money to test right now. What can I do to get back on track? Mackenzie: About a year and a half ago, I started getting what seems to be eczema flare ups around my eyes, specifically my eyelids and outer corners of my eyes. When it flares up, my eyelids become red, swollen, itchy and watery. The skin becomes thick and very dry and flakey. Around the time it began, I did move into a new building, and my partner has noticed a spot on his neck similar to what I get around my eyes. It seems to flare up more when I eat too much sugar/gluten, but I also sometimes have flares when I don't eat those things. Recently it has only flared when I have a virus, ie a cold/flu or HSV outbreak. I'm an IHP1, and recently completed the Vita-Min Tox test and the only thing noted was slightly high aluminum levels which I am working on. What do you rec. I focus on next? Thank you!! Anonymous: Hello Dr.Cabral, hope you are well. Regular viewer of your weekly ask cabral content. Not asking for medical advice but wanting to support my immune system during immunotherapy for my liver. They mention potential autoimmune side effects, I know your releasing a new resource or course regarding cancer. Hoping you touch on Immunotherapy on it. I read your research page. It was very extensive and helpful. 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! - - -

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Welcome 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:

• OS-01 Face Rich Cream (product review)
• Your Health History Leaves Clues (tip of the week)
• New Flu Strain (research)
• Yellow 5 Food Dye (research)

For all the details tune in to today's Cabral Concept 3885 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

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StephenCabral.com/3885

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> Complete Minerals & Metals Test

(Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity)

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> Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test

(Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels)

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> Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test

(Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

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> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

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> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

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StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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The carbohydrates you eat may have more to do with your waistline than you think. Resistant starch is a unique type of carbohydrate that may affect how your body processes food, supports gut health, and manages blood sugar. On today's show, I'm breaking down the research behind resistant starch and what it may mean for visceral fat and metabolic health. I'll also share some simple ways to incorporate more of this into your daily routine and how it can work alongside other healthy habits to support your long-term results. So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3884 where I share how resistant starch may be one more tool for reducing belly fat and improving metabolic health.

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3884

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Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book:

The Rain Barrel Effect

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CabralSupportGroup.com

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Could the timing of your carbohydrates be just as important as how many you eat? If you're eating a lower-carb diet, you may be paying close attention to the amount of carbohydrates you consume while overlooking another important factor: when you're eating them. On today's show, I'm breaking down some interesting research on carbohydrates and exercise, along with why the timing of your nutrition may be worth a closer look. We'll take a look at why the hours following a workout may be an especially important time to consider carbohydrates, how your body replenishes its energy stores after exercise, and why avoiding carbohydrates altogether may not produce the results you're looking for. So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3883 where I uncover if cutting carbs is making you tired and weak and share why carbohydrate timing may be an important piece of the nutrition puzzle.

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3883

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Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book:

The Rain Barrel Effect

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CabralSupportGroup.com

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

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We all experience stress, but sometimes the effects can go far beyond simply feeling overwhelmed. Your body has its own way of telling you when it's under too much pressure, and some of those signals can be easy to overlook. On today's show, I'm breaking down some of the physical ways an overloaded nervous system can show up in everyday life, even when you may not realize just how much stress you're carrying. We'll take a look at the connection between chronic stress and the way you feel physically, why certain symptoms may become more noticeable when your body stays in a heightened state, and how paying attention to these signals can help you better understand what your body may be communicating. So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3882 where I share with you how to recognize the signs of nervous system overload and why creating more balance may be an important part of feeling your best. Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3882

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Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book:

The Rain Barrel Effect

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

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It's easy to get caught up worrying about everything that could go wrong, especially when life starts getting busier. But how much of that worry is really helping you move forward? On today's show, I'm sharing some of the mindset shifts that have helped me worry less, navigate uncertainty, and create more peace of mind in everyday life. We'll take a look at why our minds can make situations feel worse than they really are, how to approach the challenges that come up along the way, and what it means to move forward without having every detail of your future figured out. So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3881 for a practical conversation on how to worry less, let go of what you can't control, and feel more at ease with the uncertainty that comes with life. Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3881

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!

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…

John: Hey doc ! Huge fan I'm 50 year old male and have thinning hair I've been taking your hair support for a few years what other products do you recommend I don't see any on your resource page . Thanks H: Hi Dr. Cabral! I have been a client and a huge fan since 2017! No other provider comes close to your common sense appraches. Have bloating for couple years and last few months diarhea in am. I plan to order Candida protocol but a few years ago on month 2 of protocol, experienced gastritis. Have a very sensitive stomach, (citrus/ibuprofen unable to tolerate since childhood). What suggestions do you have to complete Candida protocol successfully. Completed Heavy Metals detox 7-2026, inflammation/food sensitivity tests 8-15-26 My diet is very clean, gluten-free, recently introduced sheep yogurt. Soon will start 7 day detox. My NP referred me to GI for diarhea, labs noted have markers for inflammtory bowel disease. I don't expect much from the GI visit! Thank you for your help!! Stacey: Hi Dr.Cabral , I've been recently diagnosed diagnosed with possible PAD my Right leg was 0.81 and L 0.78 . I'm only 47 . High cholesterol no matter how clean I eat . It's a genetic disposition. My grandma died at age 49 from stokes & aneurysm. I'm terrified! I do your detoxes , protocols, supplements & enzymes. I follow your teachings . I'm at a loss of what to do . They want to put me on a Statin . Those scare me. What is the best way to treat this and stop it in its tracks . I don't smoke , I work out 5 to 6 days a week, I do have dysautonomia/ POTS but healed myself so much from that condition. Now I'm facing PAD , vein insufficiency & Lipedema . Plus may be having a prophylactic mastectomy to prevent breast cancer that is like wild fire in my family . My DNA sucks ! HELP PLEASE. Stacey: Hi Dr. Cabral Stacey again concerning PAD . I left out that my LDL is 219 and I do have genetically high cholesterol. I've been trying to treat natural but it's been high for years . They also found small amount of plaque on my left carotid artery . Do you think it's time for a statin ? Do you have other suggestions? I've been on the enzymes for over a year now to treat it . I'm so scared of strokes & heart attacks. I'm only 47 and live a healthy lifestyle. I'm in shock by my results . PAD has not been confirmed yet but the first test is abnormal . I also have vein insufficiency & Lipedema & dysautonomia. I'm falling apart & can't stop crying . I do alllllll the things to fight for my health. Worst habit is an occasional drink L: Hi, dr. C, hope you're well. I listened to the Friday review on the red light tooth brush & I'm wondering if you've ever heard that electric toothbrushes emit a lot of EMFs & so close to the brain, do you think it's true? I prefer to use an electric toothbrush but I'm wondering if they're actually that dangerous. Secondly, have you seen that now they're making more natural bristles? Most toothbrushes have plastic bristles which we grind against our teeth, so probably they're also a source of microplastics in our bodies. I've heard of castor oil bristles but it makes me wonder how much chemicals do they have to use in the process of making castor oil into bristles? Would love your take on it & maybe if there's some research available on it already? Thank you so much for all you do!

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 and Resources:

StephenCabral.com/3880

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

- - -

Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!

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:

Liam: I am planning to train for a marathon here in a few months. What insight do you have as far as balancing mTOR and AMPK during training? Obviously, mTOR is crucial for building strong muscles and tendons and preventing injury, but AMPK also stimulates mitochondrial biogenesis. Because I love morning workouts, my overall thought process was to workout fasted on lower intensity days, where my body can meet energy demand relying on predominately fat oxidation. I'd get the workout in while still being in a high fasted state. On the higher intensity days, I'd have a snack prior, which may kick me out of a fasting state slightly, but would allow me to perform out the desired intensity to maximize my training adaptations. Thanks for all that you do! Kim: I watched your food sensitivity podcast. You said anything under 3.5 is optimal and the report had under 4.47 is optimal. I had an Equilife food sensitivity test and each food had its own sensitivity range. Most of the vegetables I eat were under 3.5 but were in moderate to high reactivity, such as, lettuce was 1.62, spinach was 1 and celery was 1.47. These were moderate reactivity. Cauliflower was 3.18 and bell pepper was 2.62 and under high reactivity. Also, most fish/seafood, meat/fowl, soybean, tofu, gliadin were zero. Why are foods now considered reactive that are under 3.5? What is causing high protein foods have zero reactivity? Sarah: Hello! I'm an esthetician and have dealt with acne for 10 years (I'm now 30). I've done extensive internal work over the years, including lots of testing and different protocols, but I've never been able to get 100% clear, especially around my neck/jawline. Over the past few months I started using tazarotene, and my skin has responded incredibly well. My questions are: if a topical like taz can clear my skin so effectively, does that suggest my acne may be more of a follicular/skin level dysfunction rather than an internal root cause? Is topical treatment a "band aid," or are there cases where acne genuinely isn't driven by an internal imbalance? How can we determine whether acne is actually being driven internally? Lara: Hi, dr. C! Hope you & your family are well! I was just listening to the episode 3824 where someone was asking about chickpeas, whether to get them in a glass jar or a can etc. You answered that you get them organic in a can & that they have been pressure cooked BEFORE they were put in a can, but I've been researching this & apparently they actually put them in the cans raw & pressure cook them IN the can - which is awful, considering the cans are coated with plastic coating & sometimes other chemicals.. did you find a company that doesn't do that because my understanding is that they all do it this way? Thank you, lots of love & healing to everyone. Berry: Hi Doc, I am so thankful that you give us a chance to ask you questions. My father is 82 and goes to the hospital for various issues related to having one kidney. However, he frequently ends up picking up different diseases when he's there (last time it was pneumonia). Is there anything to do to help clean the hospital environment? For example, would spraying ozone in the room, taking large quantities of vitamin C or putting silver infused sheets on his bed help? Is there anything to do to lessen the risk of hospital related illnesses? Thank you so much for your thought 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 and Resources:

StephenCabral.com/3879

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Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book:

The Rain Barrel Effect

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Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered:

CabralSupportGroup.com

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!

Welcome 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:

• Suja Greens Juice (product review)
• Longevity Is the Byproduct of Daily Choices (tip of the week)
• Triglycerides, Glucose & Cognitive Decline (research)
• Hobbies & Brain Health (research)

For all the details tune in to today's Cabral Concept 3878 – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3878

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

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Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!

You can find thousands of supplement recommendations online, but how do you know what your body actually needs? Many people choose supplements based on trends, but there are really only two reasons to take them. On today's show, I'm breaking down these two categories, why correcting foundational health issues should come first, and how testing can help identify what your body actually needs. We'll explore corrective supplements, performance and longevity supplements, and why building a strong foundation is more important than simply taking more supplements. So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3877 to discover the 2 reasons why you should take supplements and how to create a smarter, more targeted approach to supplementation and support your health for years to come. Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!

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For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show:

StephenCabral.com/3877

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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 your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels)

- - -

> Complete Food Sensitivity Test

(Find out your hidden food sensitivities)

- - -

> Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test

(Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels)

- - -

Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall:

StephenCabral.com/askcabral

- - -

Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept?

The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!