I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like when I found out if I had cancer or not. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound large ovarian cyst you may want …
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I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like when I went from thinking I'd no longer be vomiting and would be enjoying real food again to getting an NG tube put in instead. If you’d like to start at …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like immediately after my ovarian cyst surgery. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound large ovarian cyst you may want to go to my first …
I had an 82-pound large ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here’s what life was like after I went back to the ER and was awaiting surgery. If you’d like to start at the beginning with my experience of having an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst you may …
Do you have chronic back pain or had surgery and can't bend over? These items that make life easier are super helpful! Being able to bend over to do everyday chores or to simply pick something off the floor is often taken for granted until you can't anymore. I know that was definitely the case …
I had an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst that resulted in surgery to remove it along with a total hysterectomy. Here's what life was like for the six days between diagnosis and when I went back to the ER where I was basically bedridden. If you'd like to start at the beginning with my experience of …
I went to the ER and was diagnosed with an 82-pound large ovarian cyst. No, 82 pounds is not a typo. Here's my experience in the ER waiting to see what was wrong with me. If you're new here, I recently started a series about my finding out I had an 82-pound giant ovarian cyst growing …
Just about all of us would love to be able to lose a few pounds quickly. Here's my personal experience of how to lose 100 pounds quickly in a surprising way. Yep, I lost 100 pounds quite quickly. I lost 100 pounds overnight as a matter of fact. I went to the hospital weighing 342 …
These tips for beautiful healthy smiles will help you make a great first impression. This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Oral-B and Crest at Sam’s Club. The opinions and text are all my own. Did you know that research has shown that more than 80% of adults say the first …
Wondering how to improve gum health and why it's so important? Today's article is a reminder to look after your dental health! This is a sponsored post written by Smart Savvy Living on behalf of P&G. All opinions are our own. We all hear about how we need to brush our teeth more to keep …
High-protein snacks help you stay full and more energized on even the busiest of days. Check out these 10 high-protein snacks perfect for on the go. For me, it's important to have at least one high-protein snack during the day. It helps me to feel more energized instead of wanting to take a nap …
Trying to eat healthier but everything tastes like cardboard? Try out these 10 healthy seasonings to make healthier foods taste good. We all know that eating healthy is important but after a while, it can feel like you're in a rut eating the same things or that you're eating cardboard. That makes it easy to …
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Always starving? Check out my 5 tried and true ways to eat healthy and still feel full. This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/ Meta Appetite Control. I've always tended to be more of a snacker than full-meal eater. Unfortunately, when snacking I usually mindlessly eat, which meant I was eating too much. You can …
This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Feeling overwhelmed by the holidays? Check out these 5 ways to stay healthy during the holidays to help you keep your sanity. One thing I miss from my childhood is how magical the holidays felt. I still enjoy …
This post was sponsored by the National Sleep Foundation as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. Do you never seem to sleep well or often suffer from insomnia? Check out these things to help you sleep instead of tossing and turning all night. I …
Are you stuck in a rut with a life that you never really pictured for yourself? If so, check out these tips for how to own your tomorrow. As I've mentioned in a few posts over the years I didn't have an overly awesome childhood. The first half of it was pretty good. I was …
This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Curious about using probiotics to help with your health goals but don't know where to find them? Check out these 3 ways to add probiotics to your diet. One of the best things I have done for my …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fiber One. Trying to eat healthier but love to snack? Check out these 5 places to keep healthy snacks so you stay on track with your healthy eating goals. Buttery popcorn, salty pretzels, decadent chocolate candies, peanut brittle, pastries...sweet and/or salty, you name it, …
This post is sponsored by Savings.com. Do you suffer from heartburn? Check out these 3 reasons I love TUMS to treat my heartburn. I've had issues with heartburn ever since I was a teen. Back then I had heartburn just about every night, likely due to my less than great diet. These days I eat a …
All my summers have been spent in the south where within minutes of stepping outside in the middle of the day things get hot, humid, and sticky within minutes. That's why most of our summer days spent outside are right by the pool, lake, ocean or, at the very least, sprinkler. Between all the heat …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Erik Bertrand Larssen. All opinions are 100% mine. Over the past week, I've been participating in Hell Week, which is a book written by Erik Bertrand Larssen intended to help you become your best self in just seven days. I'm writing this on Monday, which is …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of EveryDrop™. All opinions are 100% mine. Do you know you should be drinking more water but it feels like a chore? Check out our tips for 5 ways to drink more water for some motivation. We're always hearing how we should likely be drinking …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Erik Bertrand Larssen. All opinions are 100% mine. As I mentioned last week, I'm currently following Hell Week, which is a book written by Erik Bertrand Larssen with the goal of helping you become your best self in just seven days. You can check out my …
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Align at Sam’s Club. A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post about why I decided to start taking probiotics. I mentioned that I'd be back in a couple weeks to let you all know how it's going. It's hard to believe I've already been taking them for …
This post is sponsored by LivRelief. One thing that saddens me to see other people have to deal with is chronic physical pain. Unfortunately both Mr. Savvy and I often have bouts of dealing with pain. I often have back pain and various aches in my knees but I consider myself to be pretty lucky to only …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Erik Bertrand Larssen. All opinions are 100% mine. Hell Week - Can you be your best self in seven days? I'll be spending the next week trying. It's 5 AM and I'm awake. By choice. If you had told me that I'd be doing …
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Align at Sam’s Club. #AlignatSams I've had various digestive issues such as IBS pretty much since I can remember. Digestive issues are about as fun as they sound and can actually severely impact both your work and social life. You start fearing being seen as unreliable at work if you …
Frustrated by stubbly legs even after you just shaved? Check out our tips for how to get super smooth legs when shaving. I'll be the first to admit that shaving isn't one of my favorite hygiene habits. Yes, when it's freezing outside and I know I'm going to be wearing long pants I may let …
This post with my thoughts on Does Life Coaching Really Work? is part of a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Vocalpoint and Life Reimagined. #LifeReimagined I've often been told I'm such a strong person by those that know about my past. Most of the time I only wish I were actually that …
This post with 5 easy wellness goals to keep all year long was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. #NatureMade These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. It's hard to …
This post with my 5 beauty must-haves for game day is part of a sponsored post written by me for SheSpeaks/P&G. Ahh, it's almost time for the Big Game! Are you ready? I can't believe the season is already coming to an end. We almost always host every year because we have a nice comfy …
Do you feel compelled to make New Year's resolutions every year but dread it because you know you won't follow through? This year make one of these 5 healthy resolutions you can actually keep instead. Happy first Monday after the new year! I don't know about you all but since the new year started on …
I have to admit that IBS isn't a topic I'd normally think of talking about with you all here on Smart Savvy Living, but I know many of us suffer from IBS in silence. So, when the American Gastroenterological Association asked to partner with us to talk about IBS in America, I couldn't say no, especially since we're heading out of the season of heavy foods where IBS symptoms may skyrocket. While this article is based on my own experiences with IBS, do keep in mind that it may not be representative of everyone's experience. #IBSinAmerica
It seems like these days life is more stressful than ever between our jobs, family, and other responsibilities. While the holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and happiness to enjoy with family and friends, it can also be the most stressful time of year for many of us. We worry about making sure the kids have all the toys they want and finding the money to do so. We stress over making everyone's favorite holiday dishes while worrying about our waistline after enjoying too many cookies. Don't even get me started on how frustrating holiday travel can be. If you're like me, you probably spend so much time making sure the holidays are perfect for everyone else that you spend very little time looking after yourself and end up being a grinch by Christmas and need a vacation after the holidays because you're so frazzled. If this sounds like you, check out our tips for how to relieve holiday stress below.
Having mini-emergencies that result in embarrassments while on the go are no fun. Here are my 5 Must-Haves To Stay Comfy And Confident On The Go! Read more at SmartSavvyLiving.com.
With today's technology many business meetings are done over the phone or even video chatting, but lunch meetings, or even breakfast, coffee or drinks after the end of the day, are still rather common and perhaps more important than ever to make a good impression face-to-face. Check out our tips for a successful lunch meeting everyone will walk away happy from.
Looking for an oral rinse that helps keep your mouth healthy without that alcohol burn? Check out our REACH Complete Care review to see why it may be a good fit for you! I received free REACH products and compensation for my time for writing this REACH Complete Care review, but all opinions are my …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Carmex for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Ever ran out the door cringing because you know you look like you just woke up? Check out our 5 tips for looking your best on quick mornings. I've never been, nor likely will ever be, …
This post with my 5 must-haves to stay cool outside during the summer is part of a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Target. All opinions of how to cool down are my honest tried and true own as a southerner for nearly 30 years. Having lived in the south my whole life, …