Intermittent Fasting

Dr. Stephen Cabral

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.

  1. 5 hr ago

    Low Fat vs. Low Carb for Weight Loss (Research Winner)

    Faster weight loss on the scale doesn't always mean greater fat loss, but could the type of diet you choose influence how much body fat you lose, how satisfied you feel, and how much you naturally eat?     On today's show, I explore the research comparing ketogenic, low-carb, and whole-food plant-based diets and what these approaches can teach us about sustainable weight loss.     I'll break down why rapid weight loss can sometimes be misleading, how food quality and fiber may influence calorie intake and satiety, and why there may not be one "best" diet for everyone.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3848 to separate fact from fiction and discover what the research really says about keto, plant-based eating, fat loss, and long-term weight management.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3848 - - - 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!

  2. 19 Aug

    Does a High Fat Keto Diet Double Blood Sugar?

    There's been a lot of discussion recently about whether a high-fat ketogenic diet can actually cause blood sugar levels to double and lead to insulin resistance.     While the headlines may make it sound simple, the reality is much more nuanced. The way your body responds to a ketogenic diet can depend on how long you follow it, the types of fats you consume, your overall calorie intake, and your current metabolic health.     On today's show, I break down the latest research behind the claims surrounding keto and blood sugar, explain what may actually be happening when blood sugar rises after following a low-carbohydrate diet, and share why the right nutrition plan may look different depending on your individual needs.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3841 to discover whether a high-fat ketogenic diet really can double your blood sugar, what the research may be missing, and why taking a personalized approach to nutrition may be more important than following any one diet plan.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3841 - - - 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!

  3. 12 Aug

    How to Make Fasting Much Easier

    Fasting can be one of the most powerful tools for supporting overall health, body transformation, and longevity, but for many people, it can also feel difficult to maintain.     The good news is that fasting doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing approach. There are ways to make intermittent fasting more realistic, sustainable, and easier to fit into your daily routine.     On today's show, I explain why some people struggle with fasting and explore the factors that can contribute to hunger, fatigue, cravings, and feelings of deprivation.     We'll also look at how to approach fasting in a way that works for your individual needs and discover simple strategies that can help make fasting easier and more enjoyable.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3834 to learn how to create a fasting routine you can actually stick with while supporting your long-term health and wellness goals.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3834 - - - 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!

  4. 5 Aug

    My Simplest Tip to Help You Lose Weight (Do This After Dinner)

    After years of clinical practice and seeing hundreds of thousands of clients, there is one thing I am certain of when it comes to weight loss…   One of the secrets to success is being able to maintain a lower to normal blood glucose level overnight.   This can be a struggle for many people because they tend to eat their largest meal in the evening, which can impact their overnight blood sugar levels while they are sleeping.   But this can easily be combated, and I want to share with you how…   So join me on today's #CabralConcept 2966 where I go over my simplest tip to help you lose weight. Enjoy the show, and feel free to share your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/2966 - - - 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!

  5. 29 Jul

    The Boring Weight Loss Methods That Just Works

    Your weight loss journey doesn't have to be complicated, restrictive, or built around the latest trends. Often, the strategies that create the biggest transformations are the simple, consistent habits that have stood the test of time.     On today's show, I discuss why sustainable weight loss comes down to mastering the fundamentals and focusing on the practices that support your metabolism, hormones, and overall health.     We'll explore why so many people struggle to maintain results, the importance of creating a strong foundation, and how small daily actions can lead to lasting changes in your body.     I'll also share why consistency, patience, and focusing on long-term progress matter more than quick fixes or extreme approaches.     So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3820 to discover the boring weight loss methods behind successful weight loss and how to create results that last.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3820 - - - 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!

  6. 22 Jul

    Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss: Why The Scale May Be Lying

    Is the number on your scale telling the whole story?   Many people judge the success of their weight-loss journey by how many pounds they've lost, but the scale can't tell the difference between fat loss and muscle loss.    And that distinction could have a major impact on your metabolism, long-term health, and ability to keep the weight off!   On today's show I want to go over why preserving muscle while losing fat should be the primary goal of any weight-loss program.    I will also discuss how common dieting methods, including overly restrictive diets, intermittent fasting without resistance training, and GLP-1 medications, can lead to significant muscle loss if not paired with the right nutrition and exercise strategy.   So join me on today's Cabral Concept 3813 to learn how to lose weight in a way that protects your metabolism, improves body composition, and sets you up for long-term success rather than temporary results.   Enjoy the show!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3813 - - - 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!

  7. 15 Jul

    Best Results: Fat Loss vs. Muscle Alternating Phases

    Have you ever lost weight only to find that you still weren't happy with how your body looked?     While losing body fat is an important part of improving your health, staying in a constant calorie deficit can slow your metabolism, reduce muscle mass, and make it harder to maintain your results over time.     On today's show, I explain why alternating between strategic fat-loss and muscle-building phases is one of the fastest and most sustainable ways to transform your body composition.     You'll learn how to preserve muscle while losing fat, why building muscle helps increase your metabolism, and how to structure your nutrition and training throughout the year for long-term success.     I'll also share who should begin with a fat-loss phase versus a muscle-building phase, along with a simple framework you can use to create a leaner, stronger, and healthier body.     Tune into today's Cabral Concept 3806 to discover how working with your metabolism, instead of against it, can help you achieve lasting results.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3806 - - - 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!

  8. 8 Jul

    How to Create an Adaptive Metabolism

    Do you feel like your metabolism isn't working the way it used to?     Many people believe that metabolism is simply about how many calories they burn each day, but true metabolic health is about much more than that. A healthy metabolism should be flexible, resilient, and able to efficiently adapt to changes in food intake, exercise, stress, and daily life.     On today's episode, I explain what it means to have an adaptive metabolism and why metabolic flexibility is one of the most important factors for long-term weight management, energy production, and overall wellness.     You'll learn the key lifestyle factors that influence metabolic health, how to support your body's ability to efficiently burn fuel, and why sustainable habits often outperform extreme diets when it comes to achieving lasting results.     Join me on today's Cabral Concept 3799 as we explore how to create an adaptive metabolism and build a stronger foundation for long-term health, energy, and vitality.     Enjoy the show, and let me know your thoughts! - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3799 - - - 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!

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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.

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