Sara Elizabeth

After two years of fighting through autoimmune disease, I finally felt like myself again. Meanwhile, my insides were slowly scheming another attack.…

Are you interested in composting, but don't know where to begin? I used to be where you are. Read this guide to get started.…

Part 1 of this series described the slow decline of my health leading up to my diagnosis of autoimmune disease. Now, I'll tell you about the cascade.…

I have what’s defined as a “slow-progressing form” of autoimmune disease. The symptoms usually slither in slowly and sneakily. Even after diagnosis, answers are ambiguous at best. I usually tell people my health issues…

As a society, we've become conditioned to certain smells. Yet, most fragrances come with a plethora of health risks, and we need more people talking about it.…

I spent many moments throughout 2020 wondering how it will be written in future history books. The chapter labeled "Sara's 2020 experience" would highlight themes of gratitude and grief.…

Sara Lives Well started under the name Live by Ladybugs in 2010. Learn more about its growth evolution.…

From rashes to itching to redness and dryness and irritation and acne, I've spent more time and money than I can count trying to make sense of these constant skin flare-ups.…

Our motivation to gather with loved ones ran deeper than only wanting them to witness our marriage. The five years leading up to our April 18, 2020 wedding day had been overshadowed by health…

With our quarantine summer coming to a close, I wanted to dedicate a post to my latest research rabbit hole in safer skincare: sunscreen. While mainstream, readily-available sunscreens have a pretty good track record…