About Me

Hi, I’m Starchy Shauna! My weight loss journey began unexpectedly after a life-changing fall. When my husband (Starchy Husband) and I moved from Wisconsin to Florida to be near our daughter and her family, I was at the heaviest I’d been in years. I felt completely worn out, depressed, and depleted. I had given up on the idea of losing weight or even feeling good again. Leaving the house felt impossible.

Shortly after moving, I fell while walking down the stairs in our new home and broke my ankle. That accident left me immobile for six weeks, and during that time, I hit rock bottom emotionally. It was also a time of deep reflection. I realized that I couldn’t continue living this way—I needed to change something physically to start feeling better mentally.

Although I’d been vegan for years, I had struggled with consistency following a whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet and even the Starch Solution. Desperate for a fresh start, I picked up The Starch Solution by Dr. John McDougall and read it cover to cover—this time with an open heart and a determined mind. I told myself, “Give this 30 days, Shauna. Follow it 100%—no oil, no nuts, no seeds, no excuses.”

And I did.

For the first month, I didn’t step on a scale. When I finally did, I was down 8.5 pounds! More importantly, I felt incredible. My energy soared, I started sleeping better, and my menopausal symptoms had nearly disappeared. That’s when I realized: This is it. This is the lifestyle I’ve been searching for.

As the weight continued to come off, and my health improved, I couldn’t stop thinking about other women like me—women in midlife who had tried WFPB diets but struggled to stay consistent. I decided to share my journey on YouTube, hoping that documenting my story could inspire and help others.

What started as a personal journey has grown into something so much bigger. Week after week, I’ve shared my ups, downs, and progress, and the Starchy Tribe has grown beyond anything I could have imagined. Helping other women find their way to health and vibrancy fills my heart in ways words can’t fully express.

Today, I’m down 47 pounds, in a healthy weight range, and living the Starch Solution lifestyle. I feel healthy, vibrant, and energetic—and I’m passionate about helping others achieve the same. Through my YouTube channel and 1-on-1 coaching, I now support women who need guidance on their journey to their healthiest, most vibrant selves.

Thank you for being here and for allowing me to share my story. I hope it inspires you to believe in your own transformation—you deserve it!

I am a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter, dog-mom, nature lover, yoga teacher, tree hugger, book lover, and spiritual seeker. My goal is to live my most authentic, healthy, vibrant, and energetic life—and to inspire others to do the same! Whether through connecting with family, spending time in nature, or sharing my journey, I strive to bring light, love, and value into the world every day.

My wellness philosophy is all about keeping things simple, sustainable, and rooted in self-love. I believe that true health comes from nourishing your body with whole, plant-based foods, moving in ways that feel good, and taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. It’s not about perfection—it’s about progress and creating habits that help you feel your best. For me, wellness is about finding balance, embracing joy, and living a life that’s vibrant, energetic, and full of purpose.