How to Turn a Plate of Pasta Into a High-Protein Dinner

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Noodles come in clutch for quick, inexpensive weeknight cooking, but they often leave you hungry soon after. Din Eugenio/Getty Images Which made us wonder: What options are there for high-protein pasta thatcanfill you up and leave you satisfied? Traditional, white flour options come in at less, at roughly six grams per cooked cup....

April 11, 2025 · 2 min · 375 words · David Glover

How Worried Should You Be About Alcohol-Related Brain Damage?

In fact, buzzkill alert:No level of alcohol consumption is considered safe. Its not just a euphemism; booze kills brain cellskind of, at least. Once alcohol reaches the brain, it can damage the neurons that reside there. mrs/Getty Images Unlike other types of dementia, this throw in of alcohol-induced neurocognitive disorder usually progresses slowly. By contrast, folks with traditionaldementiacan deteriorate quite quickly. At one end of the spectrum, you have mild to moderate cognitive impairment....

April 11, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Nancy Gomez

The Best Ballerina Sneakers Are the Perfect Blend of Cute and Comfy

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. With 20 years of dance classes under my belt, my style was balletcorelongbefore the trend hit TikTok. Courtesy of the brands / Gabrielle Castrillon These studio-inspired shoes are coming soon to a sidewalk near you, if you havent spotted them already. Theyre cute, comfy, andall overmy IG feed....

April 11, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Adam Rodriguez

Olivia Munn on Her Surrogacy: ‘I Needed to Go This Route’

Im interviewing Olivia Munn tomorrow.I texted a friend.Dont you know her? He texted back in seconds:We arent in touch now but worked/socialized back in the day. I genuinely liked her. Max Mara blazer. Araks bra. Giorgio Armani sunglasses. She was smart, nice, didnt take herself too seriously. My friend confirmed what Id always suspected: that Munn is kind, smart, and funny. This is what I was thinking about as I pulled up to her home the next day....

April 10, 2025 · 9 min · 1782 words · Alexis Stokes

Sneakers, Leggings, and Smartwatches: What You May Want to Buy With Tariffs Looming

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Were right there with you. Daniel Grizelj/Getty Images As SELFs senior commerce writer, I understand the importance of shopping wisely. What are tariffs? Tariffs are essentiallytaxesthat US-based companies have to pay when they import goods. When tariffs rise, companies may pass those additional costs along to their consumers....

April 10, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Sarah Young

I Had Postpartum Preeclampsia Like Meghan Markle. Here’s What It Was Like

Its so rare and so scary, she said. And youre still trying to juggle all of these things, and the world doesnt know whats happening quietly. If you leave here with the way things are right now, you could have astroke, she explained. skynesher/Getty Images In that moment, I realized just how big of a deal this wasand decided to stay. It took two more days to get my blood pressure under control....

April 9, 2025 · 2 min · 345 words · Sabrina Lopez

10 Underrated Places to Shop at for the Best Activewear, According to SELF Editors

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. The brandsWorkout Leggingsare one SELF testers new go-tos. Courtesy of the brands / Gabrielle Castrillon If you happen to need a new pair of kicks, Nordstrom carries tons of brands. I also like how they look! I think they’re pretty cool. TheRighteous Runsieis your entire outfit in a single garmentand its one SELF editors closet must-have....

April 8, 2025 · 2 min · 258 words · Allison Thompson

Say Goodbye to Boring Dinners with the Best Vegetarian Meal Delivery Services

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. that works for them. Original photos by SELF testers / Gabrielle Castrillon But you dont have to eat meat to get easy, tasty dishes shipped straight to your door. Ive personally found meal kits to be the answer to my weeknight dinner planning. I loved every Purple Carrot meal I ate, she wrote in her review....

April 8, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · Brittany Shepherd

What Really Happens If You Eat Grapefruit With Your Medication?

But does it apply to all meds, or are only some drugs at risk? And what about grapefruit juice versus chunks of the actual fruit? How does grapefruit interact with medication in the first place? Javier Zayas Photography/Getty Images And nope, this is not a good thing. Higher levels of the drug can come with an increased risk of side effects. Ultimately, this allows less of the drug to drop your blood, reducing its effectiveness....

April 7, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Veronica Smith

5 Ways to ‘Reparent’ Your Inner Child

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But its still not normalized and talked about enough, in my opinion. Marie Bertrand/Getty Images So what does reparenting yourself look like, exactly? And how can it help you? Lets get into it. What is reparenting? Reparenting and inner child work are like two sides of the same coin, Johnson says....

April 4, 2025 · 2 min · 393 words · Brent Johnson

8 Best Conditioners for Thinning Hair in 2025

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Nor can they directly improve your hairs density, she adds. Courtesy of the brands / Gabrielle Castrillon A selection of truly great options to try if you think your hair could use a boost. Read on to find your new go-to conditioner and learn more about thinning hair from experts....

April 4, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Tammy Harvey

The Best Polarized Sunglasses for All Your Outdoor Adventures

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Because no one needs burning, watery eyes, right? Courtesy of the brands / Gabrielle Castrillon But finding high-quality polarized sunglasses takes a little more digging. The polarization is spot-on, and with UV400 protection, you know your eyes are safe. That’s going to be a bigger lensit’s going to be wrapping around....

April 4, 2025 · 2 min · 380 words · Thomas Miles

What to Do If Plantar Fasciitis Is Ruining Your Workouts, Your Feet, and Your Life

Youget out of bed in the morningor stand up after a long stretch of focusing at your desk. Its painful, annoyingand actually pretty common. Heres more about why it happensand how to get some relief for your feet. Christian Adams/Getty Images What causes plantar fasciitis, and whos at risk? The plantar fascia plays a key role in propelling your foot forward as you walk. That tensile load can surpass its capacity....

April 4, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Kristin Taylor