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75 episodes. One mission. Zero BS. - Love Story of Metabolic Wellbeing

This week we reached a milestone on Metabolic Wellbeing – Without the BS: Episode 75 🎙️
And it feels only right that this moment shines a light on the brains, heart, and driving force behind the movement — my life partner, best friend, and constant inspiration, Michelle Bauge.

In a free flowing conversation, please enjoy. A little insight into who is Michelle.

I’m about as ordinary as they come. I find joy in simple things — a walk in the park, a good conversation, a podcast that makes you think, moments that keep life grounded and real. Alongside a full-time role in Sports Development (which I genuinely love), I’ve also discovered something unexpected: a deep love for writing and storytelling.

Not with a grand plan.
Not with ambition or ego.
But with honesty, heart, and a desire to connect.

What started as a few words became a way of expressing what truly matters — compassion, empathy, courage, hope, and kindness. Much of that inspiration comes from my granddaughters, whose curiosity and light are daily reminders to stay brave, keep going, and lead with purpose.

That same ethos runs through Metabolic Wellbeing – Without the BS.
We don’t shy away from sensitive conversations because real change doesn’t happen in comfort. In a world that often feels divided and overwhelmed by noise, we believe clarity, love, and truth deserve the final word.

Through books, blogs, podcasts, collaborations, and now 75 episodes of honest conversation, the greatest gift has been this:
👉 giving something meaningful — and receiving far more in return.

Life rarely goes exactly to plan.
But when you take even the smallest step forward, rooted in compassion and hope, incredible things become possible.

Here’s to 75 episodes, to Michelle, and to everyone who continues to listen, question, learn, and choose wellbeing — without the BS.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Sarah Myhill, a true pioneer in ecological and nutritional medicine, whose work has challenged conventional thinking for over four decades.

Dr Myhill qualified from the Middlesex Hospital Medical School in 1981, spending 20 years as an NHS GP before moving into independent practice with a special interest in ME/CFS and chronic fatigue. She is internationally recognised for her groundbreaking work on mitochondrial dysfunction and its role in chronic disease, co-authoring some of the earliest and most cited scientific papers in this field.

She describes her mission simply and powerfully:

Why this conversation matters

• We explore mitochondria, energy production, and chronic illness
• Why symptom-chasing fails without understanding root causes
• How patients can become active participants in their own recovery
• The principles of Ecological Medicine and truly sustainable healthcare

Dr Myhill is also the author of multiple award-winning books, including:

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – It’s Mitochondria, Not Hypochondria (BMA Highly Commended)
• Sustainable Medicine
• Ecological Medicine – The Antidote to Big Pharma and Fast Foods
• The Energy Equation – From the Naked Ape to the Knackered Ape

She is:

• Clinical Director of the College of Naturopathic Medicine
• Medical Director of the UK Medical Freedom Alliance
• Patron of the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners
• Holder of an Honorary Diploma in Naturopathic Medicine (2022)

With over 23 million visits to her website, countless lectures to clinicians, and major media appearances, Dr Myhill has remained a consistent, evidence-driven advocate for patient empowerment and metabolic health.

🎧 Episode 74 is a must-listen for anyone interested in energy, chronic disease, ME/CFS, metabolic health, or the future of medicine.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

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Episode #73 — Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS featuring Dale Atkinson

“One man’s refusal to accept the standard path — and what it means for the rest of us.”

Today’s episode is a powerful reminder of what happens when you challenge the status quo of modern care.

In this podcast, I sit down with Dale Atkinson — UK entrepreneur, writer, and cancer advocate — whose stage IV oesophageal cancer diagnosis in 2024 came with a prognosis of 11.5 months to live and a “palliative only” recommendation.

But Dale didn’t accept that as his story.

Instead, he built a science-led, integrative, person-centred approach that completely changed his trajectory. No false hope. No shortcuts. Just deep research, clinical curiosity, and a refusal to outsource his health.

Today, Dale is the founder of:
🔹 REIV — a next-generation cancer clinic (launching 2026)
🔹 The Life Organic — a platform dedicated to evidence-based health, nutrition & lifestyle strategy

And in this episode, we explore what his journey means for the rest of us.

Key Insights We Unpack:

Why finding your tribe in a health journey is non-negotiable
The power of working with the right people — clinicians, thinkers, mentors
Why open-mindedness and personalised protocols matter more than ever
How agency, curiosity, and self-education can shift outcomes
Why your health is not an expense — it’s your most valuable daily investment

Dale’s story isn’t just inspiring — it’s a case study in what’s possible when you take ownership of your care, your environment, and your decisions.

If you, or someone you love, is navigating a complex diagnosis…
If you’ve ever questioned the one-size-fits-all model…
If you believe in a future where metabolic health is foundational, not optional…

This episode is for you.

Listen to Episode #73 now
Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS — available on all major platforms.

If this message resonates, please share it. Someone out there needs to hear Dale’s story today.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

🎧 Join the Conversation & Take Action!
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The Athlete-Scientist: What Drives Professor Vignir Helgason

How does a semi-pro footballer from Iceland become one of the UK’s leading cancer researchers?

You’ll want to hear this. 👇

Meet Professor Vignir Helgason — a scientist whose journey proves that culture, curiosity and purpose can shape extraordinary careers.

🇮🇸 Where it started: Iceland

In Iceland, sport isn’t a hobby — it’s part of who you are.
The teamwork, discipline and resilience Vignir learned on the football pitch?
They became the foundation for everything that came next.

⚽➡️🧬 Football to Cancer Research

Yes… he really went from semi-pro footballer to cancer researcher.
Because once he became fascinated by metabolism, energy and how cells behave, he followed that curiosity all the way to Glasgow.

🧬 A career built on breakthroughs

• Studied Biology in Iceland
• Worked at deCODE genetics
• PhD at the Cancer Research UK Beatson Institute
• Postdocs in world-leading leukaemia research
• Prestigious fellowships (Kay Kendall, John Goldman)
• Senior Lecturer → Reader → Professor
• Awarded the Cancer Research UK Programme Foundation Award

Today, Vignir leads research into autophagy + energy metabolism in Myeloid Leukaemia, targeting the stem cells that drive drug resistance.

🔬 Inside the world of cancer research

In our conversation, Vignir opens up about:
• The pace + pressure behind breakthroughs
• Why there’s no “magic bullet” for cancer
• How prevention + tech are changing everything
• The emerging success stories most people never hear

🔎 Why his story matters

Because it shows that the same things that build athletes — grit, commitment, curiosity, teamwork — also build world-leading scientists.

Metabolism connects it all.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

🎧 Join the Conversation & Take Action!
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Episode 71 – Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS

In this episode, I strip back the noise and talk honestly about mental health, resilience, and the realities of living with Bipolar Disorder — because wellbeing isn’t just about diet and exercise, it’s about the whole picture of who we are. The wisdom and storytelling shared in this episode features the incredibly honest heart of Ryan Harland

For too long, men’s health has been clouded by silence and stigma. Phrases like “man up” have done more harm than good. So in this conversation, Ryan shares his personal journey — from the impact of abuse and silence, to the emotional rollercoaster of home and school life, and the importance of finally finding his voice.

Here’s what we cover:

• Why men’s health matters and why “man up” is not the answer
  
  
  
• The long shadow of abuse and its impact on emotions and behaviours
  
  
  
• The silence carried, and the cost of not speaking up
  
  
  
• Finding healthier ways to cope with Bipolar Disorder
  
  
  
• The role of therapy, group support, and the right kind of help
  
  
  
• Why social media can be a mask — and why connection matters more
  
  
  
• The importance of relationships, community, and taking life one step at a time
  
  
  

On a quest to reach as many people as possible, ensuring no one suffers alone, Ryan’s story is incredible.

Remember — it’s always okay to open up and share your struggles, regardless of your past or your age.

Every individual has the power to create a positive impact. This story isn’t just about pain — it’s a tale of resilience and triumph, one that I hope inspires others to find their voice and spark change in their own lives and communities.

Tune in to Episode 71 of Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS. Let’s break down stigma, open up honest conversations, and remind each other: you are not alone.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

🎧 Join the Conversation & Take Action!
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Julie Ruelle

🎙️ Episode 70 is LIVE: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS

This week, we dive into the power of real food, real talk, and real change with Julie Ruelle, a highly respected Registered Dietitian based in the U.S. with over 20 years of experience.

Julie has worked across clinical nutrition and the "better-for-you" food industry, now serving as the RD for the GoCoCo App – a game-changing tool that empowers people to reduce their intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and reclaim control over their metabolic and nutritional wellbeing.

In this episode, we cover:
🥦 Why the current food supply is failing us
🍭 The hidden health toll of ultra-processed foods
🧬 Genetics vs. lifestyle – which matters more?
🥤 The real story behind high-energy drinks and sugar
🦷 Why oral health is a key part of your metabolic health
👩‍🍳 The importance of cooking with real foods
🧘‍♀️ And why progress over perfection is the only way forward

Julie also shares how to get involved with the GoCoCo App for 12 months and the practical tools it offers – from education to everyday encouragement.

💡 Whether you’re just starting out or already deep into your health journey, this episode will give you the motivation and insight to start now – and start sustainably.

📲 Tune in on your favorite podcast platform

Julie Ruelle is a Registered Dietitian with over 20 years of experience in nutrition and health. Throughout her career, she has worked with multiple "better-for-you" consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, blending her expertise in clinical nutrition with a passion for improving consumers health through accessible, healthier food choices. Currently, Julie serves as a Registered Dietitian for GoCoCo, where she helps empower consumers to make informed decisions about their food by reducing reliance on ultra-processed products. Julie focuses on practical, sustainable strategies for better eating habits and a healthier lifestyle.

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

🎧 Join the Conversation & Take Action!
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🎙️ Episode 69 of the Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS podcast is now live!
We’re joined by Dr. Tamie Dixon—a Health & Consciousness Mentor with 40+ years in clinical practice across chiropractic, acupuncture, and integrative health. She’s impacted over 10,000 lives, developed the Family Wellness Leadership Mentoring Program, and is the proud mother of 19 children.

This episode is a deep dive into what it really means to lead in health—starting from home.

What you'll take away:

✅ How to translate complex medical language into simple, life-affirming action
✅ Why informed consent and personalised sovereignty are non-negotiable in true healthcare
✅ How mirror neurons help us build trust in our own body’s wisdom
✅ The surprising science behind eyebrow behavior and what it says about your nervous system
✅ What happens when you remove the TV, honour natural light cycles, and start your day with intention
✅ The silent health threat of mould (and what to do about it)
✅ The transformative power of listening, cultural diversity, and educating mothers as leaders
✅ The courage to break stigmas and ask for help
✅ Why the greatest gift you can offer is simply being you

🌟 Whether you're a parent, practitioner, or someone ready to reclaim your health leadership—this one is for you.

🎧 Tune in here: [Insert link to episode]

📖 Coming soon — Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS: It Starts With YOU
Your journey to real wellness begins from within.

#MetabolicWellbeing #HealthLeadership #Motherhood #ChiropracticCare #InformedConsent #IntegrativeHealth #ConsciousLiving #WellbeingStartsWithYou #PodcastShare #FamilyWellness #LeadershipWithoutTheBS

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

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🌟 Podcast Release – Episode 68: Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS

Title: Hormones, Healing & Honesty
🎙 Featuring the dynamic Natarsha Myall

What does it mean to truly honour your body as a high sovereign being? In this no-filter, deep-dive episode, Natarsha strips it all back — from nutrition myths to cultural norms, and the inner shifts required to truly thrive.

💥 Highlights include:
🧠 "I was sick of my own sh*t" — honesty as the first step to healing
🍷 The role of alcohol as a numbing agent and cultural crutch
🥩 How a carnivore diet rebalanced hormones and simplified life
🌖 Tuning into women’s cycles, fasting like a girl, and listening to your body
🌞 Harnessing morning & evening sunlight as nature’s medicine
💪 The hard truth: A torn hamstring... and the comeback
🧬 Rethinking nutritional education and breaking through bias
🙌 Daily non-negotiables to stay grounded, focused, and thriving

🔊 “You are enough. Be yourself.”
✨ This episode is a powerful reminder that metabolic wellbeing isn’t just about food — it’s about energy, choices, mindset, and sovereignty.

🎧 Listen now and join the conversation:
💬 What’s one thing YOU can shift today to support your future self?

#Podcast #MetabolicHealth #CarnivoreDiet #HolisticHealth #WomensHealth #NutritionRevolution #HealthSovereignty #NutritionalHealing #FastingLikeAGirl #SunlightMedicine #MetabolicWellbeing #WithoutTheBS

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In just 12 months, we’ve launched over 50 powerful weekly podcasts, sparking conversations on health, wellness, and longevity in 70+ countries and 700+ locations worldwide! Featuring insights from world-renowned thought leaders—including Rob Lufkin, Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, Stephen Sideroff, Dominic D'Agostino, Professor Thomas Seyfried, Dr. Erin Bellamy, Nicole Laurent, John Hagel, and many more—we uncover real stories and science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your most valuable asset: your health.

🚀 What’s Next?
We’re taking things to the next level with the launch of our groundbreaking books:
📖 Metabolic Wellbeing Without the BS – It Starts with YOU
📖 Breaking the Myths of Metabolic Wellbeing from Z - A

These must-read titles will challenge conventional wisdom, bust common health myths, and empower YOU to take control of your metabolic health, insulin resistance, gut health, mental clarity, and weight management.

🎧 Join the Conversation & Take Action!
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