10 Indoor Garden Kits to Spruce Up Your Spring

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. Then my parents joined in the fun, dusting off their 90s Aeorgarden and buying a new one. Getty Images/Naomi Rahim Suddenly they were growing tomatoes, kale, basil, and flowers. (Ill make a decision eventually.) The unit features an app, and the LED lights can be adjusted to account for ambient light....

March 15, 2021 · 1 min · 138 words · Kimberly Mcconnell

13 Must-Have Activewear Deals We Found on Sale at Nordstrom

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. Below, weve pulled together some of the best activewear deals to take advantage of now at Nordstrom. Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images Because sizes run out quickly, the sooner you check out, the better. Currently available in sizes 00-0 to 10-12. Currently available in sizes L to 2X....

March 15, 2021 · 1 min · 100 words · Emily Blake

5 Ways Real People Manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa Odor From Flare-Ups

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. It can take a lot of trial and error to manage thehidradenitis suppurativasmell associated with flare-ups. Pimonpim/Adobe Stock So we asked individuals with hidradenitis suppurativa for tips on how they deal with this common challenge. Identify your hidradenitis suppurativa triggers. For some people, certain food groups or ingredients may trigger bumps, according to theMayo Clinic....

March 15, 2021 · 2 min · 376 words · Dean Parrish

13 Genius Ways to Keep Your Workout Gear Organized

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. At-home workoutscan mean flexibility (no set schedule) and privacy (no shirt? Getty no problem!). mDesign Metal Heavy Duty Sports Storage Rack Amazon Staying put? This rack is accessible and can accommodate an array of workout equipment of various shapes and sizes. It even features four hooks for hanging miscellaneous things like workout bags and sweatbands....

March 12, 2021 · 2 min · 312 words · Tracy Thompson

6 Useful Tips for Combating Food Guilt and Shame

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 for many people who experience food guilt or shame, it can trigger negative emotions instead. Jeff Wasserman/Adobe Stock What do we mean by food guilt and shame? Its this intense feeling of inadequacy and worthlessness, and its not a healthy thing for folks to have....

March 12, 2021 · 3 min · 457 words · Christopher Martinez

7 Cocktail and Mocktail Subscription Boxes for DIY Drinks

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 heres one more tasty trend to try:cocktailsubscription boxes. Maren Caruso/Getty Theyrespecial, leaving you wondering, Just what was in there? Because of the pandemic, it may seem far harder to have unique drinks like this. Some subscriptions include top-shelf liquors, and others are mocktail subscription boxes which specialize exclusively innonalcoholic delights....

March 12, 2021 · 2 min · 303 words · Thomas Beck

REI Anniversary Sale 2023: 18 Deals on Hammocks, Tents, and 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. Summer is practically here, yall. Courtesy of brand/Wesley Hall Theyre made from UPF 50 fabric and have a zippered pocket, plus a roomy seven-inch inseam. Currently available in sizes 4 to 16. Several customer reviews included praise for its lightweight feel and lovely, vibrant colors....

March 12, 2021 · 2 min · 268 words · Deanna Buchanan

What Are the Types of Fats, and Which Are Actually Healthy?

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. Still, youve probably heard the termhealthy fatsthrown around, but what does that really mean? Getty/Claudia Totir Its only relatively recently that people have started to acknowledge that the macronutrient has some serious positives to offer. Heres what you oughta know. First of all, our bodies need fat for optimal health....

March 12, 2021 · 2 min · 375 words · Richard Foley

What Is Emotional Cheating (and Does It Count)?

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. Many people probably have a working idea about what constitutesphysical cheatingwithin their relationships. Kkgas/Adobe Stock Most couples, both monogamous andnon-monogamous, are hopefully aligned on those boundaries. But emotional cheating can stir up some controversy. If there hasnt been any physical contact, is it cheating?...

March 11, 2021 · 2 min · 349 words · Steven Ford

15 Wonderful Alarm Clocks That Make Waking Up Easier

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 solution might seem obvious: Use an actual alarm clock. Fiordaliso/Getty Luckily, there are many different devices that wake you and tell time in a variety of ways. Some ring via classic bells, some mimic a soothing sunrise, and others literally shake your body awake....

March 10, 2021 · 2 min · 261 words · Katherine Ramirez

5 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Next Rheumatoid Arthritis Appointment

Preparing for an appointment with yourrheumatoid arthritisdoctor is necessary for getting the best possible treatment. National Library of Medicine. Its a two-way street and patients are part of the process in terms of decision-making and managing their condition. Mint Images/Adobe Stock Absolutely, she tells SELF. Here are five ways to make your next appointment with arheumatoid arthritisdoctor more informative. Start a rheumatoid arthritis journal. They can help you exploretherapy optionsand refer you to someone in your insurance data pipe....

March 10, 2021 · 2 min · 324 words · Joshua Heath

The Crucial Role of Heart Health in Black Maternal Mortality

At 35 weeks, she noticed changes in her body. It began with her blood pressure. My normal blood pressure range is 90 over 60, Jolissa, 32, tells SELF. Malte Mueller / Getty Images For a person whose blood pressure is usually 90 over 60…that was too high. Jolissa also began to rapidly gain weight. In the last month of her pregnancy, she gained two or three pounds a day. She brought her sister along with her....

March 10, 2021 · 3 min · 552 words · Jennifer Bell

10 Benefits of Jumping Rope for When You Need to Shake Up Your Cardio

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. This old-school workout tool delivers a cheap, portable form of cardioandtotal-body strengthening. ZHPH Production/Adobe Stock And yet another big perk: Its just plain fun. What is jumping rope? Its a form of cardiovascular training since the constant movement elevates your heart rate. The basic concept of jumping rope is simple....

March 9, 2021 · 3 min · 488 words · Michael Hall