Melissa J. Cornish is a holistic health and wellness coach who believes that everyone is entitled to a quality of life that includes feeling great, and having plenty of energy every day. By emphasizing bio-individuality, she is able to bring balance to the soul, mind, and body; integrative nutrition plays a key part in this. Two of Melissa's core beliefs are: 'Here and now is the perfect place to start', and 'There is always room for improvement.' Melissa has been studying alternative therapies for over 20 years, is passionate about nature, and family; and her faith in God is what drives her desire to help others.

5 Myths About Your Metabolism

The word “metabolism” conjures up many different opinions of what it really means in terms of health. The last several decades have been highlighted by new dietary theories about how to lose weight. Aside from the more radical vegetarian and vegan theories, some of the more notable theories include the low-fat diet, the no fat…

9 Tips For Better Sleep

Getting a good night’s sleep is critical for maintaining good health and a positive attitude; it is directly related to productivity, clear thinking, and energy level. The quality and duration of your sleep can mean the difference between just completing a project and completing a project that is both excellent in quality and performed with…

Butternut Squash Casserole

Butternut Squash Casserole Prep Time:  5 Minutes Serves:  5-6   Ingredients 1 butternut squash 1 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 cup chopped pecans   Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Save seeds for roasting. Place squash halves cut side down in a glass baking dish or pan with enough water to cover…

Keep Viruses From Making You Sick

Cold and flu season is just around the corner. As the days grow shorter and the temperatures are increasingly cooler, concerns of sickness start to appear. Kids are back in school, and we are all spending less time outside. Whether you have kids or not, germs are being spread among them and the potential to…