The Cabral Concept

3564: Shoulder Replacement & Pain, Internal Hemorrhoids, Sunlight & Contacts, Chronic PPI Use, Brottrunk Bread Drink (HouseCall)

Nov 8, 2025
Explore the intriguing world of shoulder pain recovery and the complexities of bone-on-bone discomfort. Discover the pros and cons of banding internal hemorrhoids, with an emphasis on addressing root causes. Learn if contact lenses block sun benefits and the importance of UV exposure. Uncover insights on managing PPI dependence and gut inflammation through gradual tapering. Finally, dive into the health benefits of Brotrunk bread drink and its probiotic properties, while understanding it’s not a cure-all for gut issues.
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ADVICE

Rehab And Nutrients For Shoulder Pain

  • Strengthen shoulder stabilizers with targeted resistance training to reduce bone-on-bone pain and improve posture.
  • Use omega-3s, vitamin D, proteolytic enzymes, and a chondroitin/glucosamine/MSM supplement to support inflammation control and cartilage health.
ANECDOTE

Host Recovered From Major Labrum Tear

  • Dr. Stephen Cabral shared his personal recovery from a severe labrum tear that caused eight months of excruciating pain.
  • He successfully rehabbed the shoulder without surgery, illustrating conservative options can work.
ADVICE

Find Hemorrhoid Causes Before Procedures

  • Before banding hemorrhoids, investigate root causes like frequent bowel movements, food sensitivities, SIBO, yeast, parasites, or H. pylori.
  • Address gut inflammation first and consider stool and food-sensitivity tests to guide treatment.
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