Chronic pain isn’t something we like to talk about. It’s uncomfortable. Not only does it destroy lives, there’s no easy way to treat it. It’s not something you can just slap a Band-Aid on and declare healed. And all this “not talking” isn’t helping the millions of Americans that live with some form of chronic pain. For many chronic pain … Read More
4 Weekend Projects to Make You Feel Good
There are definitely weekends when lazing around the house and doing nothing at all are good for the soul. However, too much lying around can sometimes have the opposite effect intended; it may leave you feeling tense, agitated, and unfulfilled. If you’re itching for something to do — but wish to avoid stress and frustration — consider one of the … Read More
5 Little Signs You Are Aging – And What To Do About It
At 33, I don’t feel old. Quite the opposite really — I often wonder just when it is I’m finally going to feel like an adult. That said, I’m definitely starting to see (and feel) the signs of aging. There are fine lines forming around my eyes, I have streaks of grey running through my hair, and, at times, the … Read More
The Mind-Gut Connection: How Your Emotions Affect Your Stomach
You’ve heard the sayings all your life:”a knot in your stomach,” “a gut feeling,” “butterflies in your stomach,” or that something was “gut wrenching.” There’s a solid reason why we use these expressions so often — the gastrointestinal tract is incredibly sensitive to emotion. Feelings of anxiety, fear, anger, sadness, elation are all known to trigger symptoms in the digestive … Read More
Embracing Minimalism: An Easy Guide to Choosing Happy
It occurred to me recently that I have far too much stuff in my house. Storage has become an issue, and there’s little space for the things I need. When doing research on how to effectively declutter my home, I kept coming across articles on the benefits of minimalism. Intrigued, I did some light reading and found that the minimalist … Read More
Do I Need Digestive Enzymes?
It is probably no surprise that I am talking about digestive enzymes. I mean, we love gut health here at Oh Lardy! If you have hung around here for any period of time, you understand that we believe gut health is a cornerstone to overall wellness. We love fermenting foods, making bone broth, supplementing with Collagen. But, do I need … Read More
4 Little Things You Can Do to Be a Healthier, Happier You
When we think of healthy people, the image that comes to mind is usually that of toned runners who drink protein smoothies every morning and compete in Spartan events. However, what we picture isn’t the only definition of health — it’s just what we see on the magazine covers at the grocery store. It’s what society tells us healthy is. … Read More
7 Ways to Give Your Kids (and Yourself) a Break From the Troubles of the World
To say that the world is going to hell in a handbasket wouldn’t be a complete exaggeration. Not a single day passes that the news doesn’t paint a picture of America that’s more hopeless and cruel than the day before. You need only chat with your family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers to be made startlingly aware of the effect that … Read More
How to Buy Savvy Minerals Makeup
Getting Started Interested in getting your makeup and joining my team? Get started here. Click “Other Premium Starter Kits” to see the Savvy Minerals Makeup Kits. Be sure the number 1765483 is in the enroller and sponsor ID fields. Signing up as a member doesn’t mean you have to sell anything. It just means you get wholesale pricing (24% off) and … Read More
Winter Road Trips: Preparing Your Car for Anything
Temperatures have started to drop, and the holidays are upon us — it’s time to get the car ready for winter road trips. Winter driving conditions are inherently dangerous; the right preparation and tools can end up literally saving your life. Here’s what you can do to ensure your car remains roadworthy and safe throughout the frigid winter months: Get … Read More
How to Get the Best Sleep Possible
A good night’s sleep can do wonders. We feel better, work better, and make smarter decisions when we’re well rested. On the flip side, things can get a bit scary when we’re not getting enough sleep. Poor sleepers are at greater risk for heart attacks, cancer, and diabetes. Furthermore, their libido, skin, and problem-solving skills suffer. And driving while sleep … Read More
Do This ONE Thing Better This Week…
It can be overwhelming to make better choices toward a healthy lifestyle! Where do you start? Food? Cleaning products? Personal care? Exercise? Meditation? Chiropractic? Essential Oils? Ack! Many times, we can become FROZEN because we are too scared to act! Our friend, Ashley Koff, RD of Ashley Koff Approved has a great Better Nutrition program geared to help YOU do … Read More
Fall Nuisances and What to Do About Them
There’s no doubt about it: fall is easily my favorite of the four seasons. There’s something so magical about the smell in the air, the colors of the falling leaves, the coziness of oversized sweaters and fleece-lined leggings. Of course, apple cider and pumpkin-spiced everything is nothing to sniff at either. But alas, fall isn’t perfect. There are a handful … Read More
Three Little Known Benefits of Thai Soups
Unless you’re from Thailand, you’re probably unaware of the many benefits of Thai soups. In fact, I’m going to guess you can only name, at most, two Thai soups – tom yum (a hot and sour soup) and tom kha gai (a coconut chicken soup with galangal). Am I right? These are the only Thai soups I could name myself … Read More
3 Simple Ways to Eat Your Way to Good Health
With preventable diseases on the rise — not to mention the troubling emergence of antibiotic resistant superbugs — it’s time society as a whole took a closer look at how the food we eat affects our health. The nutrients in food provide the means for the cells in our bodies to perform their vital functions. To put it simply, food … Read More
5 Great Screen Free Ways to Relax
Though there’s no doubt that technology has changed our lives for the better, too many of us are spending the vast majority of the day staring at one screen or another. Computers, smartphones, tablets, televisions — fixating on these screens has become second nature. This, combined with the normal stressors of life, has led to a nation of overwrought, overstressed … Read More