​When it comes to food, Melissa knows her stuff. For years, she was my go-to for all things nutrition and cooking. ​Melissa's wealth of knowledge when it comes to knowing what to eat and why we ​tend to struggle with food, goes way beyond just a traditional meal-plan or diet. If you're looking to break the ho-hum cycle of the same old food conundrum then I highly recommend bringing ​Melissa Costello's ​expertise into your life.

Just 3 months ago I felt controlled by food and was so critical of myself, and had been for as long as I can remember. I wasn’t sure how Melissa could help me, but knew I had nothing to lose. Now, I have such a positive relationship with food. I see it as fuel for my body and almost always give my body quality whole foods. I have so much happiness inside and look forward to new experiences since I’m no longer holding myself back with negativity.

I went to the doctor and I'm down 52 lbs. My borderline high blood pressure is gone. I feel amazing and free from this life long battle with food. I did it all without dieting. Thanks again for your guidance and insight into developing a healthy relationship towards food and myself.

I recently worked with Melissa as my Life Coach to help me work on "emotional eating".  Melissa has been tremendously helpful in helping me identify all of the non-hunger reasons I eat, and to become present to the emotions.  Through our work together, I now have a toolbox I can use when I feel the desire to eat, but I am not hungry.  Becoming mindful of my emotions has helped me choose more appropriate responses to them.  I highly recommend Melissa as a Life Coach.  She is supportive, caring, compassionate, and keeps a person accountable while never being judgmental.

I've been home now for almost 3 weeks after traveling and I cannot believe how much better I have been doing. I actually have inner peace and am comfortable being at home most of the time. It feels so good. I'm so much calmer. Being positive is now like a second nature, it seems like, and I also seem to be able to stay peaceful and balanced in more stressful situations, like meeting new people. Guess I don't feel like I have to impress them anymore .Thanks for all you have done for me, it is such a good feeling!

Being positive is now like second nature.... Working with Melissa these past 4 months has helped me enormously. I was stuck with little energy or inspiration to move forward in my life. Melissa is an exceptional listener, grasping the essence of what I was struggling with so well. She is wise and compassionate but also able to be direct and clear. My life has turned around and it was never about the food! I am now excited and inspired to live each day and as a result food issues are fading. I feel like I am now starting to return to myself. What a gift! 

Thank you so very much Melissa. You have been the catalyst of change I needed. I will be forever grateful to you. I know my journey has just begun; but because of you I am now well equipped. Blessings & quinoa forever!

Eating for fuel and nourishment is the main thing I learned on the cleanse! I was always afraid to eat in fear of gaining weight because I don't exercise. But to my surprise..eating the "correct" foods gave me the energy I needed to get through my day, cleared my mined, and supplied me with the energy I was lacking to exercise! I would punish myself with food, not eating ect. Now, I use food to live! It's such a great feeling!

I'm doing the booty dance right now!! My dr's office just called me and told me my cholestrol level went from 225 to 196. My last dr's visit was in November 2011. So this is astonishing for me. Thryoid levels are perfect and he said overrall health has improved in such a short period time. Thanks Melissa Costello for the 30 day Vegan Cleanse. I know this helped me out tremendously.

I feel so thankful to have lost 13 (!!!!!!) pounds during this 30 days. It's so motivating to me to continue to make great choices. I also feel like for the first time in my life I'm not rushing to get to my goal weight next week. If I am consistent with my eating and continue to put in the exercise, the rest will come as my body is ready to release it. Thank you Melissa for the tools. Thanks to the whole group for the never ending support!!!

I was in SUCH a funk before we started this cleanse but one good thing leads to another right? I'm feeling like a completely different person. I've made some other changes as well and of course that has had an impact on my "de-funking". However, I firmly believe that what you eat has monumental consequences on your overall well-being. AND, for me, making these positive steps has led to numerous other positive steps propelling me to a happier life.

"This cleanse is AWESOME. Working with Melissa brought me to a new stage of health and wellness that I had feared I would never reach again. I lost 13 pounds on the cleanse without trying to lose weight - I ate as much as I wanted and was always satisfied. My insomnia lifted so I sleep better, my skin is softer, my hair is shinier, I have more energy and so much more! I have decided to remain vegan after the cleanse because I'm so much healthier overall now -- my weight loss from the cleanse is just the "icing on the cake" (currently 21 pounds lost and still thinning). I won't lie that it feels good to be getting my early 20s figure back... ;)"

"Don't miss this opportunity! My husband is entering his 3rd month following Vital Life's cleanse and he no longer has nasal drainage, he's lost 30 pounds (and he wasn't fat to begin with, but now he's leaner), doesn't fall asleep at 8:30pm every night from exhaustion, and he is faster, stronger, and lighter on his feet during his daily AM runs/workouts. It's not just a 30-day cleanse, it's a program that teaches you how to eat "cleaner" and pay attention to how your body feels with certain foods. It's a life changing adventure!"

Day 14! Wow, do I feel great! My energy levels have gone through the roof, my skin is glowing, my tummy bloat is gone, yes - gone, and I feel like I’ve let go of about 5-7 lbs. This was exactly what I needed to start my summer. I will keep up this lifestyle, because it works and it feels so good to be fueling my body with fresh, whole food. Thank you Melissa! I’m so proud of myself for sticking with this, it was easy with all the great recipes

Thank you for creating this wonderful cookbook. I use it on a regular basis. I recently tried the Cherry Chocolate Smoothie and the Thai-Style Tempeh Lettuce Wraps, two new favorites! I bought this book on New Year's Eve, and not just to start eating healthier, but after I made some of the recipes on your site for the family Thanksgiving meal, I was intrigued. Everyone loved all of the food I made! I have a hard time finding recipes that don't upset my stomach that taste good. So, your book is my new alternative and I'm happy with it. I have tried about 20 recipes from your book and I'm not big on cooking. I found it through Tony Horton, and you, on the P90X2 Yoga DVD. I have introduced your book to a family member and friend and they both bought it. Thanks again!

I have needed this training since my Childhood. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.