10 Life-Changing Wellness Products to Try in June

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. Thats why weve started regularly sharing our recommendations for the best stuff. We hope youll appreciate these items as much as we do. It was the perfect price (less than $5! ); a nice, compact size; and I like the clean, white color. The packs come prefilled with a powder mixture that turns into a gel when you add water....

June 1, 2023 · 2 min · 231 words · Dave Parker

I’m a Sub-3:45 Marathoner With Crohn’s—Here’s How I Keep Running When Symptoms Strike

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. When things get that bad, it also obviously means rigorous exercise is out of the question. Ali Feller / Amanda K Bailey By her sixth stab at the 26.2-mile distance in 2016, her body was begging for a break. From that point forward, she stuck to shorter distances, unsure if shed ever do another marathon....

June 1, 2023 · 4 min · 716 words · Matthew Henson

6 Ways to Embrace Your Depigmentation, According to People With Vitiligo

Not focusing on covering the spots, but enhancing whats already there, has helped a lot. Fashion is a form of self-expression and a way to showcase confidence to the world, Agrawal tells SELF. Throughout her teens to late 20s, she paired bold eyeshadow colors with eye-catching outfits to stand out. Gracia Lam Today, Roufs uses cosmetics to accentuate parts of her body she loves. I love to do patterns on my nails....

May 31, 2023 · 2 min · 371 words · Vanessa Cooper

How to Trust Your Partner Again After They’ve Lied to You

Maybe they said they loved your lasagna when in reality they dread pasta night. This tension can also bring about feelings ofanxietyorstresswhich can further strain your relationship. The good news is that a lie doesnt always mark the kiss of death in relationships. Javier Zayas Photography/Getty Let yourself be angry, disappointed, or upset. Even a relatively minor lie can trigger a whirlwind of emotions likerage, confusion, insecurity, or sadness. Sit down with your partner and talk about what happened....

May 31, 2023 · 2 min · 325 words · Lauren Ritter

How to Make Easy, Delicious Barbecue Sauce From Scratch

Just note that any delicious homemade barbecue sauce recipe should ideally includesomesort ofsweetener. check that the rest of your plate at the cookout is balanced too. And you dont need to be a pro to spin up your own sauce. Bill Boch/Getty Images Read on for all the deets on how to craft the perfect formula. Then get cooking with some amazing homemade barbecue sauce recipes that put it all to the test....

May 30, 2023 · 2 min · 421 words · Brandi Williams

A Complete Guide to Hiking for Beginners: 9 Tips to Know Before Hitting the Trails

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. If youre looking to merge invigorating fresh airandnon-boring cardio, you might want to hit the trails. Adobe Stock Regardless of where youre lacing up, hiking offers a whole host of benefits. So perhaps its no surprise that hiking is surging in popularity. If youre itching to become one of them, we have just the guide for you....

May 29, 2023 · 2 min · 374 words · Daniel Howard

All the Best Camping Deals We Found This Week

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. Keep reading for the full list of sales, which we organized by brands for easy shopping. Courtesy of brands/Wesley Hall REI REI is known for its top-quality camping gear and apparel. The outdoor retailer is kicking off the season with itsAnniversary Sale, which runs until May 29....

May 26, 2023 · 1 min · 147 words · Brittany Gilbert

How to Talk to Friends and Family About Your Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis

Even thoughmore than 35 million Americanshavetype 2 diabetes, gettingdiagnosed with the chronic conditioncan feel overwhelming. Unfortunately, not all loved ones will be receptive toward how youre feelingor understand why youre making certain changes. Heres how to tell the people in your life about a jot down 2 diabetes diagnosis. Monika Jurczyk venture to feel confident and informed about punch in 2 diabetes to help others do the same. Knowing the facts about bang out 2 diabetes can helpprepare you to answer tough questionsor address off-base suggestions....

May 25, 2023 · 2 min · 328 words · Matthew Parker MD

10 Delicious Recipes to Try If You Have Crohn’s Disease

Receiving aCrohns diseasediagnosis can affect so many facets of your day-to-day lifeespecially your eating habits. That means coming up with a set list of foods to eat and avoid isnt exactly cut and dried. Foods that can worsen flare-ups for some people may not bother others, and vice versa. Emma Fishman. Prop styling by JoJo Li. Food styling by Rebecca Jurkevich Still, there are some common triggers that people with Crohns should be mindful of....

May 24, 2023 · 2 min · 310 words · Stefanie Stokes

25 Best Deals at the Target Memorial Day Sale 2024

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. Pro tip: To access all of these discounts, sign up for a freeTarget Circle membership. Courtesy of brands/Laneen Wells Target has some real gems when it comes to tech gadgets. Once you could make perfectly crushed ice at home, youll need it in every bevvy....

May 23, 2023 · 1 min · 71 words · Pamela French

How to Brace Yourself for—And Get Through—A Manic Episode

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. Manic episodes caused bybipolar disordercan feel unpredictableand sometimes a little unnerving. Jocelyn Tsaih Yourmood may shift suddenly, leading you to do and say out-of-character things. (A health care provider can help you figure out what this looks like for you.) She says preparation is the best way to brace for and potentially soften the impact when they do happen....

May 19, 2023 · 3 min · 444 words · Jennifer Gallagher

Zappos Joyfest Sale: 20 Shoe Deals on Sneakers, Sandals, More

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. All the kicks below offer support and breathability with comfortable midsoles and grippy outsoles. Courtesy of brand/Wesley Hall Customers like the Ryka Graphites in particular for dance classes.

May 18, 2023 · 1 min · 54 words · Emily Graham

Taking Testosterone and Getting Top Surgery Did Wonders for My Mental Health

This year, state lawmakers across the United States have introduced more than500 billsexplicitly targeting LGBTQ+ people. Butcher, a trans man, began taking testosterone in his 30s before undergoing top surgery. I am turning 41 in August, and I finally hadtop surgeryat the age of 38. Seba Cestaro I completely, with my entire soul, supportgender-affirming health care for kidsbecause I didnt have it. I thought, How can Inothave that happen to me?...

May 16, 2023 · 2 min · 373 words · Jordan Smith