
Staying Healthy (Sorta) On Vacation
Hello and happy Friday, all of my hard-working friends! This summer, I had the joy and privilege of spending time with my sister and her friends in Ocean City, New
Dr. Melissa Hetrick is a board-certified pharmacist dedicated to promoting disease prevention through whole foods as medicine. She uses plant-based solutions to help busy individuals improve their daily nutrition. By making practical lifestyle changes, Dr. Hetrick supports clients in replacing unhealthy habits with simple, sustainable routines that boost confidence and restore balance.
In partnership with The Juice Plus+ Company, a leader in whole-food, plant-based nutrition for over 30 years, Dr. Hetrick offers effective and affordable solutions to common health challenges such as low energy, mental fatigue, digestive issues, skin conditions, chronic illness, and inflammation. Her compassionate, approachable nature helps clients become their best selves.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Hetrick is passionate about giving back to the community. She has been active in animal rescue for five years, fostering and caring for stray cats to help them lead healthier lives. She inspires and empowers individuals to make lasting, positive changes in their lives through wellness gatherings focused on fitness, nutrition, and education.

Hello and happy Friday, all of my hard-working friends! This summer, I had the joy and privilege of spending time with my sister and her friends in Ocean City, New

As professionals, we often juggle busy schedules, but celebrating with friends and family at a holiday gathering, such as the 4th of July, doesn’t have to throw us completely off

I saw a comedic skit the other day poking fun at pharmacists, and I was mad. Seriously mad. Pharmacists are doing so much more than people realize, and it’s time

So it finally happened to me. I have low Vitamin D. Contrary to what Cousin Eddie says in Christmas Vacation, the shitter was not full; I was pretty much running

Last year, I was asked to be the medical professional on a podcast about the differences between multivitamin supplements (MVI) and whole foods and whole-food supplements. I quickly said sure,

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There are two things you can often hear me saying: “Every little bit counts,” and “I need to get my sh*t together.” Both apply to this week’s blog on meal

TGIF, friends! I hope you had a wonderful week. I read an anonymous quote the other day that read: “Life is a salad of choices: make it fresh, make it

Your brain is arguably your most valuable asset. It’s what lets you read a book without distraction, travel with confidence, enjoy meaningful time with the people you love, and pursue

It’s January 2nd and your Instagram feed is flooded with transformation promises, gym selfies, and declarations of “new year, new me.” Meanwhile, you’re sitting there wondering if you’re allowed to

Last year, my kitten decided that artificial Christmas trees were the perfect napping spot. So she did what any self-respecting feline would do: she laid down directly in the middle

So this Summer, I decided to become a certified nutrition coach. I know, you’re thinking, didn’t she already complete 6 years of schooling and countless college loans? Well, yes you’re

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In today’s blog, I hope to give you the permission slip you need to accept that self-care isn’t selfish. Self-care is taking care of yourself, so you can take

If I’m being honest, I do love to meal prep and it’s pretty routine for our household. However, the Sunday night lunchbox prep panic is REAL. Currently it’s just my

It’s September: Leaves are falling. Pumpkin Spice is brewing. And (gulp) the kids and teachers are back to school. In this week’s blog we’ll discuss how to work on an

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Life is chaotic and fast and some of you reading this have convinced yourselves you barely have time to eat, let alone sit down and eat. Take a deep breath.

Confession time, I’m that weird purse lady. Yes, I’m the pharmacist known for stashing produce in my purse. No, I’m not lugging around loose carrots or blueberries, rolling around between

Hey Friend, Happy Friday! I was blessed enough to spend the past week at the Jersey shore, and let me tell you…after the relaxing and snacking, I desperately need a

Ever notice how pulling weeds or pruning roses can leave you weirdly satisfied? Gardening has always been a feel-good hobby, and lately it’s become my favorite form of exercise. It’s

Have you ever had one of those weeks where your “I’ll start again Monday” fizzles out before lunch…and you’re back in the snack drawer by Tuesday? Yep, me too! If

Hey there, health warriors! When it comes to health, we all know the basics: eat your veggies, get enough sleep and maybe pace yourself with the ice cream. But what

If you’re a business owner running on caffeine, deadlines, and sheer willpower, this one’s for you. You give your all, 110%, easy. But what happens when there’s nothing left in

Did you know that the human gut contains an average of 100 TRILLION microorganisms? Wait, we’re full of bacteria? Maybe it’s just me but that sounds a little gross!!

Spring is here, my friends, and you know what that means…the much-anticipated Spring cleaning! Let’s clear away remnants of a crisp Winter by organizing and sprucing up our homes, clearing
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