The Pendulum Swing of Weight Loss
Atkins or South Beach Diet? Bread or protein? With all the various diet crazes and popular foods rising and falling, who wouldn’t be confused about losing weight and keeping it off?

Protein – How Much is Enough?
With the popularity of high protein diets slowly fizzling out, the public is left with mixed messages about how much protein to eat and its role in weight loss.

Revving Your Metabolic Engine Naturally
Do you feel as though you have tried every diet on the market, but none have given you results that last? Is the attempt to maintain or lose weight a daily struggle that is zapping the fun out of your day? If so, it is likely that your metabolism may need a natural boost.

Indulging without Bulging
The truth is, if done properly, you can indulge without the bulge. By following a few simple steps, you will be eating in a manner that is healthy and nutritious without gaining any unwanted weight.

Craving to Lose
Do you suffer from sweet tooth syndrome? Do you crave salty foods such as pretzels, french fries or peanuts? If so, you may be a candidate for a nutritional tune-up!

Dinners Designed for Weight Loss
When it comes to losing weight, often times the biggest struggle is deciphering the amount and type of food to eat for dinner. Most weight loss seekers fall into a bad habit of skipping breakfast and eating far too much of the wrong food later in the evening.

Truestar’s Top Five Weight Loss Methods
With an assortment of fad diets rising and falling in popularity, determining the right weight loss approach that lasts a lifetime can often feel like a confusing lesson in science.

Avoiding Winter Weight Gain
As the weather gets colder and we hunker down to face old man winter, our diet and activity levels tend to shift.

The Magic Bullet is You!
Everywhere you turn, there is an offer for the latest “quick fix” approach to health. From pills and potions to injections and creams, people are emptying their pockets for that 1-2-3 magic bullet approach to achieving optimal wellness.

Cut out Cravings for Good!
Following a few simple steps such as drinking plenty of water with lemon, eating foods with a low glycemic index and taking chewable Vitamin C tablets will start to show you how easy it is to control cravings.

Eat, Drink and Be Thin!
Holidays are usually full of dinners, drinks and a few gained pounds.  That doesn’t have to be the case this year!  Being naturally prepared before the holiday season will prevent weight gain and unnecessary overindulging so that you can eat drink and be merry!

Eating in Balance to Lose Weight
Obesity and obesity-related diseases are on the rise.  Instead of relying on fad diets, we should rely on steadfast principles that incorporate protein, carbohydrates and fats into each meal.

Boosting Metabolism for Life!
As we age, our metabolism slows down which can lead to weight gain if diet and activity adjustments are not made.  Using these 5 simple suggestions beat the bulge when your metabolism begins to slow.

Avoiding the Weight Loss Blues
Just because your busy life has gotten the best of your weight loss plans does not mean that the battle is over.  Incorporating small but significant changes in your life will get you back on track to becoming a healthier you.

Weight Loss Q & A with Dr. Joey Shulman
Get the facts on chocolate and its affects on your health from Dr. Joey Shulman.

Ultimate Truestars
Meet Phoebe Hickey, second place “Ultimate You” contest winner from Timmins and find out how she found the strength and inspiration to attain her weight loss goals.

Ultimate Truestars
Find out how first place “Ultimate You” contest winner Sue Saarela from Timmins lost 87 lbs and increased her energy and zest for life.

Ultimate Truestars
Meet Natalie LaBonté -- Third Place "Ultimate You" Contest Winner from Burlington South

Ultimate Truestars
Meet Pat Scarrow -- Fourth Place "Ultimate You" Contest Winner from London Central

The Truth about Gastric Bypass Surgery
As the average North American waistlines continue to grow, so do the number of people choosing the option of gastric bypass surgery for weight loss.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid for Weight Loss
I heard that a supplement known as CLA can aid with weight loss. Can CLA be found in food as well?

Get Flat Abs for Summer
This season, with the proper approach that involves nutrition, exercise and supplements – achieving a washboard stomach can happen for you!

No More Excuses!
Instead of delaying your health and wellness goals further, let’s deal with these excuses head on, so you can move forward and become the most vibrant, energetic you yet!

Slimming Down for Summer
If you have 5, 10, 50 or even 100 pounds to lose – do not panic. It is not too late to slim down for summer. Simply put one foot in front of the other by following the steps outlined below and watch your summer waistline melt away!

Coconut Oil for Weight Loss
I heard that coconut oil can be beneficial for weight loss. I thought coconut oil was a saturated fat that should be avoided. Can you help clear up this confusion?

A Load of Carrots, Bananas and Sweet Potatoes
I heard that carrots, bananas and sweet potatoes are high on the glycemic index. If these foods are higher on the glycemic index, why do they appear on some of Truestar’s meal plans?

Net Carbohydrates
People are more confused than ever about what type of bread and pasta they should be eating. Learn more.

Nutrition 101
This fun and easy quiz has been designed to help you shop and eat smarter in order to lose weight and prevent disease.

Is the Weight Loss Supplement Hoodia Safe to Take?
In recent news, hoodia has gained enormous popularity and can be seen popping up in the media and as an item for sale on websites everywhere. But is it safe?

The Top 4 Things to Know about Weight Loss
In addition to exercising, avoiding fast food and eating in moderation, following these weight loss rules can help you take weight off and keep it off for good!

Food Allergies Can Interfere with Weight Loss
Presently, an estimated 11 million Americans suffer from food allergies. How do you know if you are allergic or sensitive to a specific food? Dr. Joey tells all.

Potatoes are not a Weight Loss Enemy
Potatoes have many nutritional benefits. They are a good source of potassium; they contain vitamin C and also a variety of plant chemicals that fight disease.