Is Your Body's pH Imbalance Causing Anxiety, Depression, and Chronic Disease? with Martin Pytela

Higher Density Living Podcast

Welcome back to Higher Density Living. In this episode, we are joined by Martin Pytela, the founder of Life Enthusiast. Pytela dedicated his life to natural health and wellness. From his early experiences with mercury poisoning to becoming a Certified Metabolic Typing Advisor, Pytela's personal health challenges have fueled his mission to help others achieve optimal health. Through Life Enthusiast, he provides access to high-quality natural supplements and educates his audience on holistic healing practices. His work continues to inspire many to seek healthier, more balanced lives through natural means.

This episode tales the life of Martin’s personal story health and growth in recovering from major health problems. Martin Pytela grew up in a society where about 20% of the population was under the payroll of a totalitarian regime — nowadays, this is often referred to as the deep state.

Martin's father is the son of a butcher who had been branded a capitalist and an exploiter of the working class merely for employing three people. In 1952, the father's 'incorrect' class background led to his expulsion from university. Despite this setback and two years of compulsory military service, he eventually managed to complete his education. During Martin’s teenage years, their conversations were fraught with caution. At 13, Martin was too young and naive to fully understand the complexities of their situation, being indoctrinated by school and government propaganda.

By the age of sixteen, Martin began to see the truth. The pivotal moment came when Soviet tanks rolled into their country in 1968. Witnessing this at 16, and becoming fully aware by the age of 24, Martin realized he had to leave. The situation was dire, with no signs of change or revolution. He felt trapped in a web of lies—lies that everyone knew were false but perpetuated anyway. During his time at university, Martin even passed a state board exam in Marxist-Leninist doctrine, fully aware that he was merely parroting the ideology to a committee. It was all a pretense, a charade in which everyone participated.

Martin’s escape from this oppressive regime was on a one-way ticket. He sought asylum in and saw two paths to totalitarianism: one where the government controls everything, and another where big business holds sway over the government.

After reaching Austria, Martin navigated the standard immigration process to get to Canada. At that time, immigration was not characterized by the mass movements seen today.

As a refugee, Martin manage to financially survive due to the kind generosity and opportunities in Canada. The government provided a six-month language course and sufficient support for modest living accommodations. Once the course was completed, Martin found an employment. At 24, he was young, healthy, and ready to work. The job paid well with union wages and wasn’t overly strenuous. Martin arrived in Canada with the determination to integrate fully into society, aiming to become part of the melting pot.

In Austria, Martin’s education and qualifications were instantly recognized, allowing him to find professional employment easily. However, socially, he never felt fully accepted. In Canada, the opposite was true. People were welcoming and eager to hear his story, inviting him to social gatherings. Professionally, though, they questioned his lack of Canadian experience despite his university degree. This meant starting at the bottom of the professional ladder.

Working at the sawmill turned out to be a blessing in disguise. The job was fully unionized, and after 90 days, Martin had comprehensive health coverage, including dental. When he visited a dentist, he was told he had 12 cavities and needed mercury amalgam fillings, which the dentist referred to as "silver fillings." Trusting the dentist, Martin went ahead with the treatment. He might not have needed all those fillings, but with health insurance covering the costs, he wasn’t concerned. Unfortunately, this led to mercury toxicity, and the following decade was marked by serious health issues.

Reflecting on his journey from a controlled society to a free country, Martin saw a complex mix of challenges and growth. His story was one of resilience, adapting to new environments, and the continuous struggle to integrate and thrive in a new world.

In the course of his life, Martin encountered a medical practice that, to his surprise, persisted into the modern era: the use of mercury amalgam fillings. Despite being aware of its potential dangers, he observed that many people today still receive mercury in their dental treatments and vaccinations. This realization was shocking, especially as it led to significant health issues for him.

Martin recounted how, shortly after receiving mercury fillings, he began experiencing severe health problems. He developed carpal tunnel syndrome and plantar fasciitis, and eventually, his back deteriorated to the point where he could no longer maintain his job at a sawmill. His body seemed to be falling apart under the toxicity of the mercury, requiring frequent visits to a chiropractor to realign his collapsing bodily structures.

This period marked a dramatic decline in Martin's health. Within a year, he faced debilitating back problems, leading to years of extreme pain and disability. His condition forced him into a cycle of brief recoveries followed by recurrent episodes of incapacitation. At times, he could not sleep lying down and resorted to sleeping face down on a rocking chair. He often found himself crawling to the bathroom, unable to stand or walk due to the severity of his condition.

Once Martin understood the source of his suffering, he embarked on a journey to detoxify his body. By the age of 35, he had educated himself extensively on the subject and began to recover from the damage. His quest for knowledge and health led him to explore alternative healing practices, including hypnotherapy and neuro-linguistic programming, which helped him address the mental and emotional aspects of his healing.

Martin's experience underscored a significant difference between conventional and functional medicine. He noted that while conventional medicine—sponsored by entities like Rockefeller and Carnegie—focused on treating symptoms, functional medicine sought to identify and address the root causes of health problems. Martin contrasted this with practices like homeopathy, Chinese medicine, and Ayurveda, which aim to heal the patient completely rather than simply manage symptoms.

He observed that the mainstream medical industry often perpetuates a cycle where patients remain dependent on treatments without addressing the underlying issues. This approach, he argued, keeps patients coming back rather than truly curing them. Martin's perspective was that chronic diseases often stem from a combination of toxicity, malnutrition, and unresolved trauma, leading to a state of chronic inflammation in the body. Conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases could be better managed by finding and addressing their root causes.

Reflecting on the broader impact of industrialization, Martin saw a direct link between the rise of chronic diseases and the increasing levels of environmental toxins. From the burning of coal to the use of petrochemicals in agriculture, modern society has introduced numerous toxins into the environment that the human body is ill-equipped to handle. These toxins accumulate in the body over time and across generations, contributing to the prevalence of chronic health issues.

Additionally, Martin pointed out how modern agricultural practices have diminished the nutritional value of food. Crops are now grown for their ability to survive transport and look appealing on store shelves rather than for their nutritional content. The use of synthetic fertilizers has further depleted soils of essential micronutrients, resulting in food that, although abundant and attractive, is often lacking in the nutrients necessary for good health.

Martin’s journey from understanding his own health issues to advocating for a broader awareness of the impacts of modern practices on health reflects a deep commitment to both personal and public well-being. His story highlights the importance of looking beyond symptoms to find true healing and the need for a more holistic approach to medicine and health.

The evolving understanding of genetics in mainstream medicine, highlighting a significant shift towards the belief that many health issues can be resolved through genetic intervention or modification. However, he introduces the concept of epigenetics as a more nuanced approach to understanding how our environment and lifestyle choices impact gene expression.

Martin also explained how metabolic typing helps people understand how their genetic heritage interacts with the food they eat. This concept is rooted in the idea that our ancestors' diets have shaped our genetic predispositions to certain foods. He gives the example of the Plains Indians, whose diets primarily consisted of buffalo meat and pemmican—a mixture of fat and protein from animals. They had no exposure to agricultural products like wheat, barley, or corn. When Europeans introduced these grains and alcohol, the Plains Indians' bodies, unaccustomed to these new foods, struggled to metabolize them effectively. This lack of genetic preparation led to metabolic disruptions.

Martin also addresses how different diets can influence the body’s pH balance, affecting whether one becomes more alkaline or acidic. This balance plays a crucial role in overall health and can impact one's ability to gain or lose weight. Understanding one's metabolic dominance—the tendency to gain or lose weight—can be particularly useful for managing diet and health effectively.

The interplay between genetics and lifestyle choices highlights the importance of personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, understanding how your unique genetic makeup responds to different foods and environmental factors can lead to better health outcomes. This approach not only aligns with epigenetic principles but also offers practical insights into managing weight and overall wellness.

For more information, you can visit Life Enthusiast's official website or watch his content work on YouTube.