Turmeric, Omega-3s, and even ginger get a lot of credit as natural pain relievers, but did you know they aren't nearly as strong as some others?

The beautiful thing about natural medicine is that plant based remedies used in India and and China has been used, studied, and refined over the past 6,000 years...

They've stood the test of time. They work - and now they're being verified in human clinical trials...

On today's #CabralConcept 438 I want to bring you the 3 natural pain relievers you've never heard of to alleviate the arthritis, inflammation, joint and muscle pain you may be experiencing - Enjoy the show!

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http://StpehenCabral.com/438

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I once believed that the goal of life was to be in a constant state of Zen...

I believed this was somehow achievable and that I wouldn't be truly happy until I entered this state...

Years later I realized, not only is this not achievable, it should never even be a goal...

Let me save you years of frustration by tuning into today's #CabralConcept 437 on "The Zen Myth Explained" - Enjoy the show!

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Show Notes:

http://StephenCabral.com/437

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We're continuing on with our massive Q&A this weekend on the Cabral #HouseCall!

I hope you enjoyed yesterday show and you're ready to tackle another round of our community questions!

Cheryl: After 25 years with autoimmune problems, I'm hearing about a new cause centering around the Epstein Barr Virus, which I had . That in effect, if you get rid of the Epstein Barr Virus, which stays hidden within cell barriers in the body , you can create wellness. That in fact, the body is not out of sync attacking itself, but is actually attacking an invading cell. Especially is noted in Hashimotos which I have, where this Epstein Barr Virus attaches itself . Do you have information on these new findings and might this be a breakthrough and how do we go about ridding ourselves of residual Epstein Barr cells. Thank you

Ellen: How do you determine so many of the recommendations you provide in your personalized weight loss analysis simply by analyzing saliva and small blood droplets. My Integrative docs have always taken a lot of blood work. Thank you

Anon: Hi Stephen! I have dealt with interstitial cystitis for a year now and it is terrible! Since I was diagnosed, I have been eating very clean (no wheat, dairy, soy or refined sugar) and have been trying to incorporate more fruits/veggies into my diet. I have definitely improved but I still have much more work to go...any advice on how I can get rid of it for good and stay healthy? Thank you so much!

Natalie: Hi Dr. Cabral! I'm curious what your thoughts are on Oral Allergy Syndrome? Is there a way to combat it/lessen the symptoms/reverse it? Thank you! Natalie

Lindsey: Hi it's that time of the year where I get hay fever! Please can you help me with a natural remedy for this so I don't have to take antihistamines everyday! Many thanks! We love you in the UK - come and visit us soon!

Brooke: Hi Dr. Cabral, First, thank you for providing quality information for free to the world daily! My question is, do tattoos damage the body? If so, how? What are the long term effects? thank you for your time, Brooke Elise

Lauren: Hi Steve, I have a few questions in regards to when to take certain supplements and if it matters. I loved your podcast on top 10 supplements and just purchased the magnesium as well as the D3. I have deficient in B12 and Folate/Iron so I was going to purchase the Activated B complex as well. Can you please let me know if i should take these at specific times? I currently take D3 right before breakfast as well as my probotic and magnesium at night. Also, do you know when your nutritional support protein shake will be back in stock? Thanks! Hi Steve, Thanks for answering my questions in regard to magnesium. I was wondering in the one you suggested, I see the inactive ingredient is hypromellose. Is this something I should be weary of? I have read a lot of different things but it is hard to follow and fully understand. Thanks

Thanks for tuning in and I hope you enjoyed the Q&A and all the tips added in along the way!

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http://StephenCabral.com/436

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It's time to get started with our first #HouseCall of the weekend!

We have so many great community questions this weekend and it's best we just dive right in!

Sue: Hi, Few questions regarding cooking. I often cook with coconut oil as I hear cooking with olive oil isn't healthy? Please can you confirm if I'm doing the right thing. Also, I often heat food up I've cooked in the microwave - can you let me know what the dangers to this are?? Thanks for answering. I love your show!

Lindsey: Hi Stephen, Quick question as I know you have lots of questions. You talk about ginger tea a lot and I love ginger.. do you have a specific recipe for this tea? Thanks

Jess: Hello!! Thank you for all that your doing in the world, would you be able to talk about Miso soup? Is it healthy and beneficial to our bodies? Thanks in advance!

Brook: Hi, Dr. Cabral. For around 1.5 years my husband (23 yo) has needed to wear a breathing strip 24/7. He has suffered from asthma since he was five years old, but this is a relatively new issue resulting in him needing to breath through his mouth and wear breathing strips out in public which is very embarrassing for him. He recently visited an ENT. The ENT Dr. said that he has a mildly deviated septum but the main issue is inflamed blood vessels that partially block his nasal passages. He was prescribed a nasal steroid, Flonase, and the doctor said that if the steroid doesn't help then surgery could be an option. In the last 1.5 years his diet has improved tremendously but he now has more stress in his daily life. In addition, he does take Advair twice daily for his asthma, which is his only prescription medication. My husband has voiced the desire to get off his Advair, but we're not sure how to begin that journey along with figuring out how what to do about his nasal vessels and breathing. Thanks so much, Dr. Cabral. I really enjoy your podcast and am thankful for your knowledge and love for healing. Hope to implement and teach patients about functional principals once I start working as an RN! Brooke

Anon: Hi Dr Cabral, thanks for everything you do. I have rather an embarrassing question but don't know who else to turn to. My doctor says I'm fine but I don't feel fine. I recently noticed gray stains on all my bra cups and sometimes, my nipples would get very itchy. I'm 25 years old and not pregnant. My grandmother (on my mom's side) had breast cancer. Thanks in advance for your help

Yvonne: Hi doctor, I'm a 28 year old female. I always have whitish vaginal discharge without any pain or itchiness. But, if I have sex with my partner, cheesy cottage white discharge is emitted and vagina will start feeling itchy and sex will feel painful. If i do not have sex, I have another kind of vaginal discharge before and after my period. Is this normal?

Haley: Why do you recommend not cooking with oils? I've read that baking/sauteeing/etc with coconut oil (supposedly because it has a higher temperature tolerance) is okay. I would love to know why you recommend cooking without oils - I think I heard you mention that in episode #357, when sharing your favorite healthy fries recipe. Let me know! Thanks so much for all you do - I can't stop listening to and sharing these podcasts! :)

I hope you're having a great weekend and enjoyed the show!

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Show Notes:

http://StephenCabral.com/435

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We've got a solid #FridayReview for you this week that runs the gambit from beating allergies to the 10th anniversary edition of an instant classic book that made mind-body medicine an approachable topic to talk about!

My first review covers what I personally recommend in my practice for instant allergy relief and also how to recover from your allergic sensitivities in the long-run...

Next up, I'm brining you one of the most unique olive oil companies in the world. They've literally turned the making of olive oil into a science and developed one of the first 3rd party tested products for "high-phenol" antioxidant olive oil (and it's delicious!)...

I also talk briefly about my favorites fresh pressed juice I drink, and why I chose those 3 ingredients...

And last, but certainly not least, I re-review a book I spoke about almost 400 episodes ago - It's groundbreaking book that's easy to read and literally shows you through simple science how your thoughts, feeling, and environment influence your DNA and its genetic expression...

Tune into today's #CabralConcept 434 for all the details - Enjoy the show!

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http://StephenCabral.com/434

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Some of the best exercises in the world can actually be the most dangerous when done incorrectly...

The reason for this is that although they mimic natural human movement, when the proper form isn't used your joints, tendons, and ligaments can be put at risk...

Plus, when you add weight or resistance to the exercise you are greatly increasing your odds for injury whenever your technique breaks down...

Check out today's #CabralConcept 433 for the top 10 most dangerous exercises and how you can avoid getting injured - Enjoy the show!

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http://StephenCabral.com/433

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If you thought probiotics was a controversial topic and considered cutting-edge wait until you hear about "prebiotics" and their potential to improve (or hurt) gut health!

Prebiotics actually aren't bacteria at all, but rather the food that feeds the bacteria already in your gut...

The issue is that some prebiotics are more beneficial than others - especially if you're currently dealing with IBS, candida, SIBO, or another gut based issue...

Tune into today's #CabralConcept 432 for a list of the best natural prebiotics for gut health - Enjoy the show!

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http://StephenCabral.com/432

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Bowel movements are one of those taboo topics that we're not supposed to discuss...

We're told they're gross, disgusting and we need to pretend they don't even happen...

But the issue is that your "poop" says a lot about the health of your digestion and overall internal health...

Therefore, not talking about it, or knowing "what your poop says about you" leaves you in the dark about whether your system is functioning properly...

The other reason this is so important is because your gut is literally the center of your immune system, your 2nd brain, and the #1 organ in terms of your overall health since it contains your microbiome...

Plus, if your gut (intestines) isn't working well then it doesn't matter how healthy the food is that you eat, since you won't be absorbing the maximum amount of nutrients possible!

Tune into today's #CabralConcept 431for all the details about what healthy bowel movements should look like and what your poop says about you - Enjoy the show!

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http://StephenCabral.com/431

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No matter who you are, you're going to come to a point in your life where you feel like you've hit a wall...

You just feel stuck...

It's that feeling you get where you know you're in a place you're not not supposed to be - The idea or vision you have for yourself is much greater...

It's at this point that you have to make a choice about going after that goal of yours or not...

And if you do decide to believe in yourself enough to push forward, there are 3 main ways to make a breakthrough in your life...

Tune into today's #CabralConcept 430 to find out how - Enjoy the Show!

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http://StephenCabral.com/430

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Welcome back to out 2nd Cabral #HouseCall of the weekend!

We're picking up where we left off and I'm looking forward to sharing the answers to these community questions:

Chelsea: Not sure if this is for the house call page, but I have a few questions. 1) I have vertical ridges on my fingernails that I can't seem to get rid of. I have hashimotos, Lyme, and chronic low WBC as well as chronic low BP. I'm on AIP and have been working with a functional doctor for a year but can't seem to figure out the vertical nail ridges. 2) I have a bad case of floaters in my eyes, specifically my left eye. Many times part of my vision is obstructed because of it. I've been to the eye doc and I'm 20/20 and am told floaters are normal, my functional doctor does not know what could be causing them. Your thoughts on these annoying yet telling conditions? Thank you, LOVE your podcast and IG!!!!!

Maria: Hi, I had a question regarding healthy weight gain. I'm 20 and I have always been active throughout my teenage years (I have always been a runner), but the last year I have changed my diet such as cutting out processed foods. I have also been exercising much more intensely (more weights) and as a result I dropped around 10 pounds. This put me at a weight now of around 115 and I'm 5'6". I'm concerned about losing more weight, but I also enjoy eating healthy and working out regularly. What are your thoughts on how to gain healthy weight in the forms of muscle without comprising my health? I have struggled with counting calories in the past (and sometime currently) and my mindset on weight loss in general. Thanks for your help!

Rebekah: Hi dr! Love your podcast! I'm the person who saves your episodes till I get home so I can write down notes. I so wish I could have all the knowledge you have so I could help people the way you do. I am a RN and have a deep passion for helping people get better however it saddens me that conventional medical training is void of this life giving info. What is the difference between the hair tissue mineral analysis and the organic acids test and what test of the two (or any other test) would you recommend I take annually. I am quickly moving into a 100% Whole Foods plant based diet (no meat or dairy) and trying to focus on a lot of raw fruits and veggies. I want a test that will show if I lack something so I can steer clear of illness due to deficiencies. Thanks a ton! Also could you recommend any books/seminars to educate myself on naturopathy/ human physiology

Stephanie: Let me first start by saying how much regard I have for you and your incredible amount of knowledge. My husband and I have turned on several friends and family members to your podcast and to your detox. And you do not have to respond to this on your podcast. I just wanted to reach out to you. So the other day I was listening to your podcast and someone is asked a question about Dr. T Colin Campbell's "China Study." I read the book and I also took Dr. Campbell's six week course through the center for nutrition studies at Cornell. While I understand that he may have based his book on a lifetime's worth of work, I was surprised to hear you give such little credence to cancer rates in Japan being related to their diets. If you've read the China Study, then you must know about the migrant studies. If you take a person from the United States and send them to Japan, feed them the traditional Japanese diet, their rates of disease go down to that of the Japanese native. (For women in Japan the rate of breast cancer is less than 1%.) However, if you take the Japanese native and move them to America, feed them the standard American diet, their disease rates rise to that of an American. (That Japanese woman's breast cancer would rise to 13%, the same rate as an American woman). To dismiss the differences as just a matter of genetics surprised me. There are hundreds of migrant studies that show that disease is strongly related to what you eat, your culture, and your environment.

Ella: Hi any advice for my teething 1 year old - her cheeks get so red and her ears - it's horrible to watch and i don't want to keep giving her painkillers as i imagine it's not that great for babies/ toddlers? Thanks for the show!

Alice: Hi I have foul smelling gas/ wind and bloating more or less all day. I eat a healthy natural diet/ exercise well and don't eat any foods that have shown up on the IGG food sensitivity test so what could this be? quite embarrassing problem. I take your top 3 recommended supplements as well as B complex, zinc, lipoid acid and omega 3. Many thanks in advance - keep up the good work.

Thank you for just tuning in and I hope you enjoyed the Q & A and all the tips along the way!

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Show Notes:

http://StephenCabral.com/429

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