Solera Holistic Health

Solera Holistic Health Helping transform emotional health, gut health +weight to live a pain-free, energetic Life! Hi, and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
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My journey into holistic wellness began with my own struggles—something I know many of my clients can relate to. Years ago, I battled anxiety, depression, and persistent joint pain that was eventually diagnosed as arthritis. I felt exhausted, frustrated and disconnected from my body. It wasn’t until I started to truly pay attention to how my eating habits impacted my mood, inflammation, and overall well-being that I began to heal. As I shifted my focus to whole foods, stress management, and targeted nutritional support, I experienced profound changes—not just in my physical health, but in my energy, mental clarity, and overall quality of life. This realization fueled my passion to help others do the same. Since becoming a Registered Holistic Nutritionist in 2009, I’ve worked with thousands of clients struggling with weight management, stress, digestion, inflammation, and chronic pain—helping them reclaim their health in a way that feels natural and sustainable. But I quickly learned that nutrition alone isn’t always enough, which is why I now consider myself a Holistic Health Coach, offering a comprehensive, multi-modal approach to healing. At Solera, I integrate Live Cell Analysis, Biofeedback Therapy, Infrared Sauna Therapy, and Metabolic Balance®—Europe’s #1 natural weight loss program. In fact, I’m Windsor-Essex County’s first Certified Metabolic Balance® Coach, bringing this life-changing program to my community. I work with clients in person in Windsor, Ontario, and also offer distance coaching across Canada, making holistic health accessible wherever you are. My mission is simple: to educate, inspire, and empower you to take control of your health, feel confident in your body, and experience the energy and balance you deserve. I’d love to support you on your wellness journey—let’s get started!

Your body is not generic —so your care shouldn’t be either.True self-love is choosing an approach that meets you where y...
02/13/2026

Your body is not generic —
so your care shouldn’t be either.

True self-love is choosing an approach that meets you where you are, honours your biology, and supports your whole life... not just a number on the scale.

This is why I believe in understanding your metabolism instead of fighting it.

Because when your plan fits you, everything feels lighter.

💛 That’s the difference personalization makes.





We’re taking a little pause 🌿Solera Holistic Health will be closed for a short vacation breakFriday, February 13th – Sun...
02/13/2026

We’re taking a little pause 🌿

Solera Holistic Health will be closed for a short vacation break
Friday, February 13th – Sunday, February 22nd, 2026

We will reopen Monday, February 23rd at 9:00am.

This time away allows us to rest, reset, and come back with the energy and presence your care truly deserves — something we always encourage our clients to do too. Sometimes the most supportive thing for the nervous system is simply stepping away for a moment.

Messages and emails will be returned once we reopen.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.
We look forward to seeing you soon 🤍

Most people think fat loss happens in the gym or kitchen.But physiologically…We actually release fat through our breath....
02/11/2026

Most people think fat loss happens in the gym or kitchen.

But physiologically…
We actually release fat through our breath.

When fat is broken down, it’s converted into carbon dioxide and exhaled.

That means breathing patterns matter. A lot.

Shallow chest breathing keeps the body in sympathetic mode (fight-or-flight), where fat loss is not prioritized.
Deep belly breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system (the state where healing, digestion, and fat metabolism happen.)

This is why I start every biofeedback session with belly breathing.

How to Belly Breathe (step-by-step):

Sit or lie comfortably

Place one hand on your chest, one on your belly

Inhale slowly through your nose
→ Belly rises
→ Chest stays mostly still

Exhale slowly through your mouth
→ Belly gently falls

Make the exhale slightly longer than the inhale

Aim for 5–10 slow breaths.

You may feel:
• a sigh
• warmth
• a sense of calm
• slower thoughts
That’s your nervous system shifting into safety.

This isn’t “woo.”
It’s physiology.

✨ Try this before meals, before bed, or anytime you feel rushed.





February is the month of love...so let’s be honest about what loving your body actually means.It doesn’t look like:❌ for...
02/10/2026

February is the month of love...
so let’s be honest about what loving your body actually means.

It doesn’t look like:
❌ forcing results
❌ criticizing slow progress
❌ copying what works for someone else

But it also doesn’t mean ignoring what your body is trying to tell you.

In my practice, I often see women brushing off things like:
• heartburn or indigestion
• feeling burned out but still pushing
• being “wired but tired”
• brain fog that makes simple decisions feel hard
• hitting snooze day after day
• struggling to keep up with daily chores you used to handle easily

Real self-love looks more like:
💗 listening to those signals instead of overriding them
💗 supporting blood sugar, hormones, and the nervous system
💗 choosing structure and timing over chaos
💗 giving your body what it needs — not what you think it should need

Most women aren’t struggling because they don’t care enough.

They’re struggling because they’ve been taught to push through instead of tune in.

This month, let love look like learning how your body works —
and responding with intention.

That’s not indulgence. That’s what your body has been asking for... Love in action.





Feeling the love from this clients 💛When clients come to me, they often feel overwhelmed, unsupported, and unsure who...
02/06/2026

Feeling the love from this clients 💛

When clients come to me, they often feel overwhelmed, unsupported, and unsure who to trust.

There’s so much information out there and so much pressure to “do it right.”

When I work with clients, I truly try to put the love out to them, to create a space where they feel seen, supported, and not alone as they figure out what their body actually needs.

This is what loving your metabolism looks like;
not a quick fix, but steady, invested support that honours your long-term health, not just short-term results.

February reminds us that care is about consistenty.
And it’s personal.

💛 If you’ve been craving support that actually stays, you’re in the right place.







Most women snack because they think it will help their energy.But physiologically, constant snacking often does the oppo...
02/04/2026

Most women snack because they think it will help their energy.

But physiologically, constant snacking often does the opposite.

Here’s why 👇

Every time you eat, your body has to respond hormonally.

When meals are too close together, blood sugar never fully settles and insulin rises — and that keeps cortisol and adrenaline elevated (along with other hormones too!)

That “I need a little something” feeling???
That’s often stress chemistry, boredom, or thirst (not hunger.)

What works better for most women:
• Eat every 5–7 hours
• Eat full, balanced meals (not “light” meals)
• Let insulin finish its job before eating again

This creates:
✔️ steadier energy
✔️ fewer cravings
✔️ better fat metabolism
✔️ calmer nervous system

About snacks:
Snacking is not needed for most women who eat balanced meals— except on exercise days.
On those days, one snack focused on protein can support recovery without spiking cortisol.

If you’re tired all day but wired at night and sleeping poorly, snacking may be part of the picture.

How often are you eating because you’re hungry… versus stressed or rushed?





02/02/2026

February is the month of love ❤️

And this year, we’re celebrating with warmth, rest and nervous system care.

Buy One, Get One FREE!
🔥 Full spectrum infrared sauna with chromotherapy 🔥two sessions for only $45 + tax

Bring a partner.
Bring a friend.
Bring your mom.
Or keep one for now and save one for later because future you deserve deserves love too ;)

Our sauna sessions support:
-stress relief & nervous system regulation
-detoxification
-gentle metabolism boost
-muscle relaxation
-that cozy “ahhh” feeling you didn’t know you needed

Think of it as:
💗 a love note to your nervous system
💗 a pause from the busyness
💗 self-care that doesn’t require effort

Come warm up with us 💕
We’ll save a spot.

See our link in bio to book yours.

https://solera-holistic-health.aweb.page/bogo-sauna-sale-2026

Meet Liz 🤍Liz came to me when she was 45. She was feeling pretty worn down.Stubborn weight that wouldn’t budge. Low ener...
01/30/2026

Meet Liz 🤍

Liz came to me when she was 45. She was feeling pretty worn down.

Stubborn weight that wouldn’t budge. Low energy. Headaches. Bloating. Poor sleep. Joint discomfort.
She had tried so many things before and like many women I meet, nothing seemed to truly stick.

January can make it feel like the answer is to push harder…
But Liz’s journey was never about force.
It was about learning to support her body differently.

From the beginning, Liz showed up consistently- even on the days she felt overtired or low on energy. Instead of pushing through, we focused on creating the right structure and support for her body.

Over seven months, the changes were remarkable:
• 26 pounds lost
• 28 pounds of fat released!

But what mattered just as much were the things she felt.

Her energy slowly came back.
Headaches became less frequent.
Bloating settled.
Sleep improved.
Joint discomfort eased.

She didn’t rush her body and her body responded.

What I love most about Liz’s story isn’t just the physical transformation (though it’s incredible). It’s the calm confidence she carries now. She feels lighter, clearer, more comfortable in her body and it shows.

Watching Liz move from feeling depleted and frustrated to feeling supported and steady has was such a joy.

Her journey is a beautiful reminder that real change doesn’t come from pressure... it comes from alignment, consistency, and care.

Congratulations, Liz 🤍







January has a way of making women feel like they’re already behind.New rules.New plans.New pressure to “get it together....
01/28/2026

January has a way of making women feel like they’re already behind.

New rules.
New plans.
New pressure to “get it together.”

And yet… this is often the exact moment when the body starts pushing back.

I see this all the time in my practice: women who are doing everything right on paper, but still feeling exhausted, inflamed, stuck with their weight, or frustrated with their hormones.

Here’s the part that matters most: You’re not broken.

Your body isn’t failing you.. it’s protecting you.

After 40 (and especially through perimenopause and menopause), your body becomes much more sensitive to stress. When stress is high from over-exercising, under-eating, poor sleep, or even constant mental pressure, your nervous system shifts into survival mode.

And in survival mode:
• blood sugar becomes harder to regulate
• hormones feel unpredictable
• weight loss stalls
• energy dips
• cravings increase

Not because you lack discipline, but because your body doesn’t feel safe enough to change.

A calmer approach often works better:

-Eating in a way that stabilizes blood sugar & insulin

Supporting hormones instead of fighting them

-Working with your nervous system

-Choosing consistency over
perfection

Quick fixes rarely last because the body doesn’t respond well to being rushed. And, the mind gets stuck in the "all or nothing" mindset.

The body responds to safety, support, and steadiness.

If this season of life is asking you for something gentler (especially around weight, hormones, or energy) that’s not weakness. It’s wisdom.

If you’re curious what your body may be communicating and what could actually feel sustainable, I offer complimentary discovery calls.

You’re allowed to start this year softly.

See my link in bio to book your discovery call today.

Or, book here: https://solera-holistic-health.aweb.page/p/2714c764-1f73-4368-b5b3-7be4f5e8eb9e






I used to think January meant I had to push harder.More control.More discipline.More “starting over.”But what I see now ...
01/27/2026

I used to think January meant I had to push harder.

More control.
More discipline.
More “starting over.”

But what I see now (in myself and in the women I work with) is that this season doesn’t need more force.

It needs more safety.

If your body feels resistant right now, it’s not because you’re doing something wrong.

It may be because you’ve been asking it to survive for a long time.

This chapter isn’t about trying harder.

It’s about letting your body feel supported enough to change.

You’re allowed to begin gently.






I’m always grateful when clients reflect back on how supported they felt early in their journey. Creating structure that...
01/23/2026

I’m always grateful when clients reflect back on how supported they felt early in their journey.

Creating structure that allows the body to respond naturally is such an important first step, and it was a privilege to be part of yours.




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The owner of Solera Holistic Health, Melanie Hesketh, is a Graduate of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (2009). As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, wife, and mother of two sons, Melanie understands the demands of balancing a harmonious family life while maintaining healthy eating habits.

Melanie’s main areas of focus are Weight Management, Nutritional Live Cell Analysis, Rubimed Chakra Energy Testing, Repairing Digestion, Reducing Inflammation, Detoxification and Lifestyle Coaching.

She is Windsor/Essex County’s FIRST Certified Metabolic Balance® Coach, Europe’s #1 natural weight loss program.

Aside from assisting clients in Windsor, Ontario and surrounding areas, she also proudly offers distance coaching across Canada and the United States of America.