If you've spent years wondering... "Am I getting enough protein?" "Should I eat this superfood?" "Do I need another supplement?" "What if I'm missing some micronutrients?" You're not alone.
Somewhere along the way, healthy eating became exhausting. This program isn't about ignoring good science. It's about returning to the timeless principles that have helped millions of people regain their health—simple, satisfying meals built around potatoes, rice, beans, oats, vegetables, and fruit. Because sometimes the healthiest answer is also the simplest one.
Back To Basics is an invitation to step away from the confusion and return to the timeless principles that have helped millions of people regain their health. Together, we'll rediscover the remarkable power of simple, starch-centered meals built around potatoes, rice, beans, oats, vegetables, and fruit. You'll learn how to prepare delicious meals with just a few ingredients, spend less time in the kitchen, reduce decision fatigue, and create habits that are realistic, enjoyable, and sustainable.
This special edition is dedicated to helping you confidently implement the principles of Dr. John McDougall's The Starch Solution. Many people have read the book and believe in its message, yet still find themselves wondering how to make it work in everyday life. During this week, I'll show you exactly how I used those same principles to transform my own health and lose more than 70 pounds—and how you can make this way of eating simple, enjoyable, and sustainable for life.
As always, you'll enjoy our unique live, interactive format with two daily sessions, cooking demonstrations, beautiful downloadable handouts, personalized support, and replay access so you can revisit the material whenever you need encouragement. Whether you're just beginning or simply ready to come back to what works...
I'd love to spend this week with you.
THIS PROGRAM IS PERFECT FOR YOU IF...
• You feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice.
• You struggle with cravings or emotional eating.
• You want simple meals you can prepare again and again.
• You simply want to get back to what works.
• You'd benefit from encouragement, accountability, and a supportive community.
Join us as we return to simple food, timeless science, and a supportive community that will encourage you every step of the way. Imagine no longer wondering what to eat.
Enrollment takes just a minute.
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Because this is a live program with interactive sessions, space is limited to keep the group experience supportive and personal.
If you feel this reset is for you, we encourage you to reserve your spot soon.
One Simple Goal:
Rediscover The Power of Simplicity.
Live Morning Session
9:00 AM Eastern
8:00 AM Central
7:00 AM Mountain
6:00 AM Pacific
Live Evening Session
7:00 PM Eastern
6:00 PM Central
5:00 PM Mountain
4:00 PM Pacific
Each session lasts approximately 45–60 minutes.
No problem. Every session is recorded and uploaded to the program portal shortly after it ends, so you can watch whenever your schedule allows.
Many participants enjoy attending one session live each day and watching the other as a replay.
You can attend one session live and watch the other as a replay if your schedule requires flexibility.
Many years ago, Dr. John McDougall's teachings transformed my own health and changed the course of my life.
Over the years, I had the extraordinary privilege of becoming a Certified Starch Solution Coach through Dr. McDougall's Health & Medical Center, serving as his webinar host and producer for hundreds of educational webinars, and being featured as one of his Star McDougallers.
This month's Back to Basics program is inspired by the timeless principles he devoted his life to teaching.
"The greatest certification I ever received wasn't a piece of paper—it was the privilege of learning directly from a man whose work changed my life."
Certified Starch Solution Coach • Whole-Food, Plant-Based Educator • Concert Pianist
After transforming his own health and losing more than 70 pounds through the principles taught by Dr. John McDougall, Gustavo dedicated his life to helping others discover that healthy eating can be simple, satisfying, and sustainable.
A Certified Starch Solution Coach through Dr. McDougall's Health & Medical Center, Gustavo later had the privilege of serving for several years as Dr. McDougall's webinar host and producer, presenting hundreds of educational webinars and interviewing many of the world's leading experts in lifestyle medicine. He was also honored to be featured as one of Dr. McDougall's Star McDougallers, sharing his own health transformation with the worldwide McDougall community.
Today, Gustavo combines those timeless principles with his own practical teaching style, helping people simplify meal preparation, overcome emotional eating, build consistency, and regain confidence in a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. His programs are known for their warmth, live interaction, beautiful downloadable handouts, practical strategies, delicious recipes, and a supportive community where every question is welcome.
As an international concert pianist and educator, Gustavo also believes that healing is about more than food. Throughout the week, he often incorporates brief moments of music, reflection, and encouragement to remind participants that lasting health is built not only one meal at a time, but one day at a time.
"My goal isn't simply to help you eat differently. My goal is to help you build a way of living that brings confidence, joy, and lasting health."

Gustavo Tolosa, DMA • Program Guide & Concert Pianist

Gustavo Tolosa, DMA • Dr. John McDougall
If you've been quietly thinking, "I need to get back on track..." perhaps this is simply your moment.
Not to start over, but to move forward. One meal at a time, one day at a time.
Join us for seven inspiring days and rediscover just how enjoyable healthy living can be.
Reserve Your Spot Today
Use the secure form below to join us for Back To Basics: The Power of Us 7-Day Reboot & ReSet Program.
You’re just a few clicks away from a calmer, kinder relationship with food.
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7-Day Reboot Sign Up Form
It’s part of the heart and spirit of The Power of Us to make this experience accessible to everyone. Each time the program is offered, we provide five partial scholarships for those who truly need financial support.
We offer:
· 50% scholarships
· 75% scholarships
Once we receive your request, our team will review your application and contact you personally.
Because at The Power of Us, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to heal, learn, and thrive — regardless of financial situation.
If you’d like to apply, please complete the Scholarship Application Form.
Give the delicious gift of nutrition and music. Many people want to take this program and are financially limited. You may choose to fully or partially sponsor an individual or donate to the general scholarship fund.
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