OUR TEAM

We’re a small but mighty mother-daughter team with a shared mission to help others heal, grow, and thrive. Together, we combine our unique strengths, lived experience, and passion for wellness to provide personalized support for every person we serve. Because we work so closely together, we’re able to create a caring, collaborative experience that feels both personal and empowering. We believe in leading by example and only recommending strategies we have practiced in our own lives.

That means our guidance comes not only from professional training, but from real-world experience as well.

When you work with us, you’re not just getting a program—you’re gaining a team that is genuinely invested in your success and committed to walking alongside you every step of the way.

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Tasha Pepos, RDN, LN

Owner | Dietitian | Culinary Nutritionist | Functional Medicine Trained

Hi, I’m Tasha — and I’m so glad you’re here.

If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re tired of being told everything looks “normal” while you still don’t feel like yourself. Maybe you’re dealing with symptoms that have been brushed off, unanswered questions, or the quiet fear that this is just how life has to be.

I want you to know: I’ve been there too.

My own health journey began in infancy, with years of allergies, asthma, eczema, ADHD, brain fog, depression, weight struggles, and chronic inflammation. For most of my life, I was given medications and surface-level answers, but no one helped me understand why my body was struggling.

At 18, I was told I was at risk of losing my vision because of severe inflammation in my body. That moment changed everything.

When I finally found the right support and started addressing the root causes of my symptoms, my health transformed — and so did my life. That experience led me to become a dietitian and build the practice I once needed for myself.

My journey has not been perfect or linear, and that is exactly why I care so deeply about walking alongside others with compassion, honesty, and hope. I know what it feels like to fight for your health. I also know what is possible when you have the right guidance, the right tools, and someone who truly listens.

This is why I do what I do.


I’m passionate about helping families conceive, experience healthy pregnancies, and give their children the strongest possible start in life. At a time when chronic disease and health struggles are rising at alarming rates among infants, children, and teens, I believe creating generational health is some of the most important work we can do.

From preconception to the golden years, I help men, women, and children overcome health challenges, restore energy, and build the foundation for the vibrant life they deserve.

Lanette Hetrick, MS, MCHC

Office Manager | Wellness Coach | Counselor

Committed and deeming it an honor, I'm dedicated to assisting individuals in reclaiming their health and vitality at any age through personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies. Lanette’s journey began over 30 years ago when her infant daughter faced numerous health challenges with no clear explanations, resulting in 18 years of suffering and reliance on a multitude of medications. Approaching the brink of blindness, Lanette, in her desperation, discovered a program that diverged from conventional approaches. This unique program educated her daughter on the fundamental pillars of health, resulting in the reversal of lifelong health issues and the avoidance of blindness. Astonished by the transformative power of providing the body with what it needs, Lanette regretfully reflected on the possibility of sparing her daughter’s suffering if she had acquired this knowledge earlier.

As a parent who empathetically endured the journey alongside her child, Lanette realized the pervasive lack of awareness among people about vital health information, akin to her past ignorance. Hence, her passion and life’s mission now revolve around coaching others at their current stage of understanding. Lanette aims to empower individuals to end their suffering, enhance their health, and embrace genuine vitality, irrespective of age.

Lanette is a Master Certified Health Coach with specializations in Adults & Seniors, Families, and Pre/Post Pregnancy, accredited by the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute. Furthermore, she obtained a master’s degree in counseling from Webster University in 2006. Leveraging evidence-based tools, strategies, and personalized wellness and lifestyle plans developed by Elevated Nutrition 406, Lanette guides clients towards achieving optimal health and wellness. She invites others to connect, allowing them to explore how she can contribute to their goals on the path to healing and wellness!

Healing may be closer than you think.

You don’t have to keep struggling through fatigue, frustration, and unanswered health concerns on your own. We’re here to help you uncover the root causes, create a personalized plan, and support you every step of the way.

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