
Intermittent Fasting
This Intermittent Fasting podcast by Dr. Stephen Cabral, Doctor of Naturopathy, goes in-depth on whom intermittent fasting (IF) is right for and whom it may harm. Plus, Dr. Cabral breaks down the nuances of what time your intermittent fast should start and end each day depending on your health, anti-aging, or weight loss goals.
Latest episodes

May 7, 2025 • 15min
Do Long-Term, Low-Carb Diets Cause Early Death?
Low-carb diets might help you lose weight… but at what cost? While low-carb and keto-style diets may offer short-term results for weight loss and body transformation, the latest research shows that these approaches can come with serious long-term health consequences. In this episode, I want to break down two major studies that shed light on the potential dangers of restricting carbs for too long—and what balanced eating really looks like for longevity. Join me on today's Cabral Concept 3373 as we discover if long-term, low-carb diets cause early death. Enjoy the show, and let me know what you thought. - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3373 - - - 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!

Apr 30, 2025 • 16min
This Is How to Burn More Belly Fat
Many people want to transform their bodies, whether it's for health reasons or simply to feel more confident in their appearance… Regardless of your reasons, it's important to understand that stubborn belly fat, particularly around the midsection, can pose serious health risks. This type of fat increases the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. That's why, on today’s episode, I’ll be sharing science-backed strategies to help you effectively target and reduce visceral fat. Join me on today's Cabral Concept 3366, where we'll dive into what visceral fat is and how you can burn more belly fat. Enjoy the show and let me know your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3366 - - - 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!

Apr 23, 2025 • 15min
New Study: Same Calories. More Weight Loss (Here’s How)
Discover how you can lose more fat without cutting calories. A recent study highlights the power of an eight-hour eating window combined with minimal strength training. This approach not only enhances fat loss but also helps maintain lean muscle. The discussion emphasizes sustainable eating habits over rigid diets. Learn practical strategies for meal timing and the significance of whole foods for better health outcomes. Tune in to unlock these transformative insights!

Apr 16, 2025 • 29min
What No One Ever Tells You About Losing Weight
Did you know that there are actually 3 main “levels” of weight loss and that depending on where you fall within those levels that the type of nutrition and exercise will vary greatly? The truth is that the plan to help someone lose the last 10 lbs is drastically different than the blueprint for losing 50-100 lbs… The trick is to know what is holding you back from ultimately achieving the body and health you desire and then following the proven plan to get you there… Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 845 to discover what no one ever tells you about losing weight (and how to keep it off) – Enjoy the show! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/845 - - - 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!

Apr 9, 2025 • 10min
3 Ways to Go from Skinny Fat to Fit
Too often we hear the reason we’re not in shape is that we’re not exercising enough or we’re eating too much… Today, I turn that equation on its head and show you how that couldn’t be further from the truth. Enjoy the show! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/033 - - - 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!

Apr 2, 2025 • 19min
Get Off the Weight Loss Roller-Coaster
There’s probably nothing more frustrating than seeing the scale begin to move down and then you wake up one morning having regained 5 more pounds… The good news is that when you’re ready, you can get off this yo-yo diet cycle and begin to re-balance your body for long-term healthy weight loss & maintenance… Tune into today’s #CabralConcept 263 to learn how to keep the weight off forever and get off the weight loss roller-coaster ride – enjoy the show! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/263 - - - 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!

Mar 26, 2025 • 15min
Why It's So Easy to Overeat & Gain Weight
Even on a healthy diet, it’s easier than you think to overeat—often without even realizing it. But those extra calories can quietly sabotage your body transformation goals. So in today’s episode, I’ll walk you through how to avoid hidden calorie traps, boost your metabolism, and ensure your daily habits are truly supporting your success. Join me on Cabral Concept 3330 as we explore why it’s so easy to overeat and gain weight—and what you can do about it. Enjoy the show and let me know your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3330 - - - 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!

Mar 19, 2025 • 14min
When Diet & Exercise Isn’t Enough to Lose Weight
Since half of my practice is helping people that have struggled to lose the weight finally drop the pounds and inches and keep it off permanently, I wanted to share with you what we do when diet & exercise isn't enough... For the most part 9+ out of 10 people will easily lose the weight on our #DrCabralDetox and elimination diet protocols that focus on whole foods, anti-inflammatory nutrition, as well as our metabolic workout programs. But, every once in awhile we need to look at deeper issues that are preventing someone from losing the weight... In today's Cabral Concept 193 show, I look at the possible causes for why diet & exercise may not be enough to lose the weight and what to do about to ensure you reach your healthy weight loss goals! Remember there's always an answer - Enjoy the show! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/193 - - - 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!

Mar 12, 2025 • 10min
Myth-Busting: These Amino Acids DO Break Your Fast
There’s a lot of confusion about what truly breaks a fast, especially when it comes to amino acid supplements. While many companies claim that EAAs and BCAAs won’t break a fast because they don’t spike blood sugar, that’s only part of the picture. So on today’s episode, I’ll share 3 ways these supplements do impact fasting—and 1 way they don’t. Join me for Cabral Concept 3316 as we break down the myths and uncover the truth about amino acids and fasting. Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3316 - - - 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!

Mar 5, 2025 • 22min
Autoimmune & Diet Connection Discovery (New Research)
We’re all predisposed to something… The question is what auto-immune issue are your genetics most likely susceptible to if your body becomes imbalanced? To be honest though, regardless of how you answer above, it is, for the most part, meaningless if you keep your body healthy and balanced… And one of the ways that we know people become susceptible to auto-immune issues is through an imbalanced microbiome (unhealthy intestinal bacteria)… And as you may have guessed already, much of that bacteria is affected by what we eat and consume… So on today’s #CabralConcept 2188, I’d like to share some new research on autoimmune dis-eases and the diet connection discovery - Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought in the comments! - - - Show Notes & Resources: http://StephenCabral.com/2188 - - - Dr. Cabral's New Book, The Rain Barrel Effect https://amzn.to/2H0W7Ge - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: http://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 Stress, Sleep & Hormones Test (Run your adrenal & hormone 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)