Aging is inevitable.
On your health journey, there's no time for overwhelm or analysis paralysis wondering what to eat or where to start.
Stop analysis paralysis and overwhelm. Take the right steps with someone who's been there before.
Life is complicated and the internet is filled with opinions and conflicting messages.
Cut through the noise with National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Melissa Furman who lays out each step you'll need to understand the WHY and the HOW to age well on plant-forward foods.
Melissa pours out her vast knowledge and schooling in Lifestyle Medicine for Coaches & plant-based nutrition so you can thrive with this streamlined Second Youth Wellness course.
>> Buy the SYWM "Lite" course & get lifetime access to the materials! <<
Plants + Habits + Mindset = Freedom.
Melissa focuses on helping clients protect the health they have and prevent illness from happening. Many clients reverse their illness and reduce or eliminate the need for medications.
At Second Youth Wellness, the focus is on nutritionally-dense whole food plant-based diet, healthy habits & an empowering mindset... all backed by scientific evidence.
Melissa's Second Youth Wellness clients gain knowledge & skills that set them free from:
- food cravings
- chronic illness
- feelings of unworthiness
- guilt & self-doubt
- resistance
- lifestyle-related diseases
- confusion
- roller-coaster dieting
What clients are saying
"Since I started trying to eat a plant based diet, I’ve lost 9lbs.” "
~ SYWM student
"I am definitely starting to feel a difference with my energy level. All I used to do after dinner was to sit on the couch. I think my brain feels better too"
~ SYWM student
"In one month, I've reduce my GERD at least 50%. I feel so much better! "
~ SYWM Student
"I was in a major rut. I needed to revise my eating habits, but did not have a clue where to start. It was too overwhelming. Through this program, I learned so much and was provided a structure in which to work through step by step."
~ SYWM student
Buy the course
Unlock your future healthiest self by buying the Second Youth Wellness Method "Lite" digital course, and empower yourself with the steps you need to thrive well.
Put it into action
Follow the lessons and actions steps to enjoy delicious health-promoting meals that help your body function optimally, thus promoting wellness.
Experience better health
Enjoy living with more freedom doing the things you love for a long time to come.
SYWM "Lite" Example Curriculum
- Lesson 1.1: Start Here - Info + A Welcome Message From Melissa (4:02)
- Lesson 1.2: What's The Difference? WFPB vs Other Popular Eating Patterns
- Lesson 1.3: Healthy Habit Builder - Track & Plan (A Set-Up For Success)
- Lesson 1.4: Mindset - Your "Why" (Setting A Wellness Vision)
- Lesson 1.5: Affirmation - "I Am Worthy"
- Action Task 1.1: Track & Plan
- Action Task 1.2: Creating A Wellness Vision Statement
- Action Task 1.4: Module 1 Student Response Form
- Module 1 Printables
- Lesson 2.1: Your "Why" - Reviewing Your Wellness Vision Statement
- Lesson 2.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Eat Fiber-Rich Foods (The Role & Importance Of Fiber in The Diet)
- Lesson 2.3: Healthy Habit Builder - Stay Hydrated (The Role & Importance of Water In The Diet)
- Lesson 2.4: Mindset - Goal Setting (Aiming For A Target)
- Lesson 2.5: Affirmation - "I Am Important"
- Action Task 2.1: Elimination
- Action Task 2.2: Make A Fiber-Rich Recipe (15:34)
- Action Task 2.3: S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting
- Action Task 2.5: Module 2 Student Response Form
- Module 2 Printables
- Lesson 3.1: Kitchen Tools For A Successful (& Fun!) WFPB Lifestyle
- Lesson 3.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Smart Grazing for Weight Loss & Better Health
- Lesson 3.3: Healthy Habit Builder - Shop Smart For Traffic Light Foods
- Lesson 3.4: Affirmation - "I Can Do Hard Things"
- Lesson 3.5: Mindset - Meeting Your Health With Curiosity
- Action Task 3.1: Equip Your Kitchen The Plant-Healthy Way
- Action Task 3.2: Grazing
- Action Task 3.3: Smart Shopping & Reading Labels
- Action Task 3.4: Pantry Traffic Cop
- Action Task 3.5: Chopping (17:20)
- Action Task 3.6: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 3.8: Module 3 Student Response Form
- Module 3 Printables
- Lesson 4.1: Healthy Habit Builder - The Keys of Calorie & Nutrient Density
- Lesson 4.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Eat "Right" Carbs & Say "NO" in Foods
- Lesson 4.3: Affirmation - "I Deserve A Life Of Wellness"
- Lesson 4.4: Mindset - Food Is Medicine & I Am In Control
- Action Task 4.1: Make Plant-Based Swaps
- Action Task 4.2: Strong Start Breakfasts (11:49)
- Action Task 4.3: Prepare Complex Carbs (14:43)
- Action Task 4.4: Eat Your Leafy Greens For "NO"
- Action Task 4.5: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 4.6: Module 4 Student Response Form
- Module 4 Printables
- Lesson 5.1: Healthy Habit Builder - Plants Have Protein
- Lesson 5.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Choose Fats Wisely
- Lesson 5.3: Healthy Habit Builder - Skip The Cheese
- Lesson 5.4: Health-Promoting Flavors
- Lesson 5.5: Affirmation - "I Am Not Perfect (& That's OK!)"
- Lesson 5.6: Mindset - Be Consistent With Intentionality
- Action Task 5.1: Making Bean Burgers
- Action Task 5.2: Cheese Alternatives (10:16)
- Action Task 5.3: No Oil Cooking
- Action Task 5.4: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 5.5: Module 5 Student Response Form
- Module 5 Printables
- Lesson 6.1: Healthy Habit Builder - The Plant-Powered Plate (Making 3P Meals)
- Lesson 6.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Healthful Desserts (Curb Sugar Cravings)
- Action Task 6.1: Build A Plant-Powered Plate
- Action Task 6.2: Make A Healthful Dessert (9:23)
- Action Task 6.3: Mid-Course Review
- Action Task 6.4: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 6.5: Module 6 Student Response Form
- Module 6 Printables
- Lesson 7.1: Healthy Habit Builder - Calendar Strategies & Planning (Take Control Of Your Health With Scheduling)
- Lesson 7.2: Healthy Habit Builder - Menu Planning
- Lesson 7.3: Healthy Habit Builder - Batch Cooking & Meal Prepping
- Lesson 7:4: Healthy Habit Builder - Build-A-Bowl & Salad Bar Strategies
- Lesson 7.5: Healthy Habit Builder - Smart Snacking
- Lesson 7.6: Healthy Habit Builder - Simple Swaps
- Lesson 7.7: Affirmation - "I Am In Charge Of My Life"
- Lesson 7.8: Mindset - Focus On Change, Not Results
- Action Task 7.1: Menu Planning
- Action Task 7.2: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 7.3: Module 7 Student Response Form
- Module 7 Printables
- Lesson 8.1: Healthy Habit Builder - Overcoming Obstacles
- Lesson 8.2: Healthy Habit Builder - A Healthy 360 Environment
- Lesson 8.3: Affirmation - "I Have Courage"
- Lesson 8.4: Mindset - Failure Is Part Of Success
- Action Task 8.1: Plan For Obstacles + Build A Healthy 360 Environment
- Action Task 8.2: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
- Action Task 8.3: Module 8 Student Response Form
- Module 8 Printables
- Best Kitchen Gadgets
- 31 Ways in 31 Days To Shift Towards A Plant-Predominant Diet (Veganuary - or any time of year)
- SYWM Client Testimonial Video
- Presentation: Healthy Weight Management At Any Age
- Videos: Radio Show Interviews
- Trusted Resource: Supplements, Protein Powders
- Melissa's Cookbook
- Schedule A Call With Melissa
Eat smarter & do less work.
Nobody likes to work harder than necessary.
Avoid overdoing it at the gym or restrictive dieting.
With the SYWM "Lite" course, you'll know the framework for creating strong health that can be applied to home cooking, restaurant ordering and social events.
You can't outrun a bad diet or foods that promote disease. So eat smart foods to enjoy longer good health.