The Cabral Concept

3599: Menstrual Cramping, Iron Deficiency, Maca Superfood, Asbestos Exposure, Mold Testing (HouseCall)

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Dec 13, 2025
Explore the complexities of severe menstrual cramps in teens, with advice on hormone testing and anti-inflammatory remedies. Delve into the debates around iron deficiency, especially for women, and discover the role of copper in nutrition. Learn about the benefits of maca for energy and libido, while understanding its standing in your diet. Uncover the dangers of asbestos and effective lung detox strategies. Finally, gain insights on mold exposure and the limitations of IgG testing, alongside detox recommendations.
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ADVICE

Test Hormones During Symptoms

  • Run a stress, mood & metabolism test during her painful period to check estrogen and progesterone levels.
  • Use an anti-inflammatory diet, 2–3g omega‑3s daily, methylated B vitamins, and vitamin D3 as first-line support.
ADVICE

Safer Alternatives To Ibuprofen

  • Consider DGLA daily to reduce menstrual inflammation and avoid high‑dose ibuprofen on an empty stomach.
  • Use an estrogen‑balance formula with DIM and I3C if excess estrogen is suspected.
INSIGHT

Anemia Is Multifactorial

  • Iron deficiency is one possible cause of low hemoglobin but not the only one; copper, vitamin C and methylated B vitamins affect iron use.
  • Run a full iron panel (ferritin, TIBC, transferrin saturation) rather than relying solely on hemoglobin.
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