Are You Truly in Control of Your Health?

Send us Fan MailMartin PytelaFrom IT to Holistic Wellness: A Journey of TransformationMy career began in Information Technology sales, later expanding into Management Consulting and an e-commerce startup in the late 1990s. But it was during this time that I made a pivotal decision—to become my own client.After years of navigating chronic pain caused by conventional medical treatments, I embarked on a journey to reclaim my health. Through holistic practices, I transitioned from pain and frustration to a joyful, pain-free life. This personal transformation led me to merge my extensive IT experience with my passion for wellness, creating a business that helps others do the same.Breaking Free from the Illusions of Modern MedicineAre You Truly in Control of Your Health?For too long, we've been chasing symptoms instead of addressing root causes. Hypnotised by modern medicine, many rely on prescriptions rather than nutritional and environmental wellbeing—but is this truly healthcare, or just disease management?In this deep dive, we explore: 🩺 Trust in healthcare – How do we rebuild it? 🌾 The hidden dangers in our food – Glyphosate, wheat, and toxicity in everyday meals. 💊 The modern silver bullet myth – Are medications at 70 inevitable, or preventable? 🧠 Brain health & metabolic wellbeing – The impact of sugar, wheat, and dairy on cognitive function. 💡 A new approach to health – Why being coachable and open-minded is key to transformation.Support the showMetabolic Wellbeing Without the BS is more than a podcast — it’s a growing global movement challenging outdated health narratives and empowering people to take control of their wellbeing.Launched in March 2024, the podcast has now surpassed 80 episodes, achieved more than 8,000 downloads, reached listeners across 100+ countries and over 1,200 locations worldwide, and has proudly been nominated for the inaugural 2026 Scottish Podcast of the Year Awards.Hosted with authenticity, curiosity, and a passion for meaningful change, each episode brings together world-leading experts, innovators, advocates, and everyday storytellers to explore why metabolic health truly matters. Blending real-life experiences with science-backed insights, the conversations challenge conventional thinking while inspiring listeners to ask better questions about health and longevity.From insulin resistance and gut health to cancer conversations, migraines, mental clarity, sustainable weight management, and the future of preventative healthcare, Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS creates a space for learning, questioning, and evolving — together.Join the movement. Learn, listen, subscribe, and take action — because your health starts with YOU.Sponsored by Unicity