How to Tell the Difference Between a Normal Bloated Stomach and Something More Serious

Even if its uncomfortable, its usually temporary. Below, well go over a few different things that can cause run-of-the-mill bloating vs. potentially serious bloating. But first, its important to clarify the difference between bloating and distension. Ted + Chelsea Cavanaugh. Prop Styling by Amy Elise Wilson. Distension, he explains, is a noticeable difference in the size of your abdomen. Experiencing distension alongside that sensation can be normal too. Here are a few ways to get to the bottom of whats causing that bloated feeling....

October 14, 2020 · 2 min · 303 words · Brenda Barker

The 35 Best Clothing Deals to Shop on Amazon Prime Day

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. Currently available in sizes S to 2X. Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images Currently available in sizes XS to 2X. Currently available in sizes 5 to 11. Currently available in sizes XXS to XL. Currently available in sizes 30C to 38D. Currently available in sizes XS to XL....

October 14, 2020 · 1 min · 147 words · Tamara Newman

125+ Best Amazon Prime Day Deals to Shop in 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. Updated at 1:25 P.M. on October 9, 2024. Courtesy of the brands/ Designed by Laneen Wells The sale promises great deals on everything from tech to activewear to kitchen appliances. The sale endstoday, so this is your last chance to save big. It typically costs $15 per month, but the retailer is currently offering a free30-day trialfor new customers....

October 12, 2020 · 3 min · 473 words · John Freeman

Please Don’t Call Fat People ‘Brave’ Just for Existing

Youre so brave to wear that. I wish I had your confidence. I didnt take it in the first time she said it, this new colleague. Monica/Adobe Stock I was distracted, anxiously preparing for the important work meeting that was about to begin. My breath was shallow and quick, heart fluttering like a hummingbird in my rib cage. For the first time, Id be representing my nonprofit organization in a national meeting....

October 12, 2020 · 2 min · 407 words · Edward Petty

This Yoga Cool-Down Will Loosen Up Your Tight Muscles

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. Youshouldbe taking time tocool downafter a workout anyway, so why not broaden your routine a little bit? Meiko Arquillos There are physical benefits too. Heres a yoga flow Pagliuca designed that you might do at home to help you recover post-workout. The Cool-Down What you need:Ayoga mat....

October 10, 2020 · 2 min · 256 words · Melissa Bryant

How to Tell Psoriatic Arthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis Apart

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 dealing with unexplained, long-lastingjoint pain, understanding the difference betweenpsoriatic arthritisvs.rheumatoid arthritisis crucial. There are subtle differences between psoriatic arthritis vs. rheumatoid arthritis. Despite this, getting answers isnt so straightforward. People may deal with painful symptoms for a long time before their doctor lands on an accurate diagnosis....

October 9, 2020 · 2 min · 340 words · Mary Perry

Personal Trainers Share Their All-Time Favorite Workout Headphones

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 talking tech thats sweatproof and incredibly durable, with a marathon-worthy battery life. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells Your music andpodcast-listeningexperience is about to get a major upgrade. What should you look for in a pair of workout headphones? Shopping for running headphones?...

October 9, 2020 · 2 min · 284 words · Julie Payne MD

The Nightmarish Challenge of Trying to Get an Abortion in a Pandemic

When Fiona Earnhart* from Philadelphia discovered she waspregnantin March, the 31-year-old became anxious. There was also another complication looming: the ongoingcoronavirus pandemicthat sparked a global health crisis. Earnhart made her decision. Fdmsd8yea/Getting Images She was going to get anabortion. Theres no denying that reproductive rights have always been in jeopardy in this country. According to data from theGuttmacher Institute, 32 states enacted 394 new abortion restrictions from 2011 to 2017....

October 8, 2020 · 2 min · 318 words · Lisa Marquez

Ask a Dermatologist: What Hidradenitis Suppurativa Triggers Should I Avoid?

Navigating hidradenitis suppurativa triggers is tricky. I would knowI have the condition myself. What works for some doesnt work for others. Sergey Filimonov/Adobe Stock SELF:I wanted to start off with some basics. How important is it for people with hidradenitis suppurativa to follow askin-care routine? However, some patients with hidradenitis suppurativa may haveeczemaas well as other common skin diseases. Should people with hidradenitis suppurativa avoid washcloths and loofahs? Do those things irritate the abscesses or boils?...

October 7, 2020 · 3 min · 576 words · Eric Martinez

Expensive Sex Toys Might Be Worth It—Here's Why

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. Imagine you work at asex toyshop. Ted + Chelsea Cavanaugh The doorbell dings and you look up from your place behind the counter to see a woman walk in. This is a pretty common situation. Below, weve laid out the argument for investing in your pleasure by way of a more expensive toy....

October 7, 2020 · 2 min · 410 words · Robert Owens

16 Amazing Barre Workouts on YouTube, According to Instructors

Grab a chair or use a countertop as your barre. Plus, using the barre as a tool helps you hone yourbalanceand create proper alignment in your body. It may be hard the first time, just like anything in life. PeopleImages/Getty Images Want to give it a shot? Here are 16 barre workouts on YouTube you might want to try. This is a 20-minute pure barre workout that anyone can do at home....

October 6, 2020 · 3 min · 587 words · Justin Thomas

47 Best Gifts for Boyfriends in 2023

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. For more present picks, check out all of thebest gifts of 2023. Courtesy of the brands / Wesley Hall Plus, it makes a great last-minute gift. Cost:$60 for three months; $109 for six months; $199 for 12 months. As a bonus, its app-controllable for a little long-distance play or adventurous date night....

October 6, 2020 · 2 min · 323 words · Kevin Davis

8 Yeast Infection Causes That Should Be on Your Radar

In case you need a refresher, these are the symptoms of a yeast infection. Yeast infection symptoms can range in severity, but theyre pretty much guaranteed to always be unpleasant. you’ve got the option to read more about recurring and complicated yeast infectionshere. Crop woman in ochre dress holding half of peeled pomelo while standing on white background. So what causes yeast infections? Broadly speaking, yeast infections are typically triggered by an overgrowth of a fungus calledCandida albicans....

October 6, 2020 · 2 min · 358 words · Brian Farrell