4 Ways to Join the Food Justice Movement as a Total Beginner

My fight for food justice is rooted in love for my son. In 2012, I waspregnantand struggling to juggle two jobs. I didnt always have enough money to nourish myself and my growing baby. Lyubov Ivanova / Getty Images But every month, I somehow made it work. I was able to feed myself, and by extension my son, healthy, well-rounded meals. I am proud that I was able to give my son a great nutritional start....

July 28, 2020 · 3 min · 551 words · David Jackson

6 Myths About Intuitive Eating—And What It Can Actually Do for You

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. Intuitive eating (I.E.) Adriana Napolitano/Adobe Stock has gotten a lot of media (and social media!) as a method for healing from disordered eating seems poised to continue. And with increased attention often comes increased misconceptions. As a registered dietitian who uses I.E. But when we talk about I....

July 28, 2020 · 3 min · 439 words · Erica Li

52 Avocado Recipes That Are Not Guacamole

Fatty andfiber-rich, theyre guaranteed to make anysnackor meal more satisfying. And avocados can actually go sweet tooan unexpected and decadent addition to chocolate pudding, for instance. So damn good, yesbut also surprisingly adaptable. Dana and John Shultz viaMinimalist Baker Not sure where to start expanding your repertoire of avocado recipes? Here are 52 ideas for avocado creations youve got to make. This one also has banana, spinach, mango, and mint....

July 27, 2020 · 2 min · 341 words · Chloe Small

There Are Lots of Summer Beauty Deals Going on at Dermstore Right Now

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. Images courtesy of Dermstore

July 27, 2020 · 1 min · 30 words · Jennifer Nichols

Is There Any Safe Way to Reopen Schools This Fall?

That said, alarming metrics loom large. Were nearing 150,000 confirmed COVID-19 deaths in the United States, according to theCDC. Evenrock starshave weighed in with opinions. Olaser / Getty Images To be clear: There are no great options here. With no ideal course of action, how can schools resume in the safest manner possible? Right now, it seems there are more questions than answers. Bond and Meadows recently served as coauthors on aNational Academy of Science (NAS)report examining school reopening....

July 25, 2020 · 3 min · 613 words · Steven Bailey

The Abs and Butt Workout You Can Do Anywhere

With supersets, youll group two exercises together and go from one to the other without resting. Its the same concept with trisets, except there will be three exercises in the group instead of two. Plus, theres an added safety bonus, too. Katie Thompson The leg lift allows some dynamic movement to really zero in on your lower core. To really hammer your glutes and smoke your core, give this abs and butt workout a try....

July 25, 2020 · 2 min · 377 words · Michelle Mills

18 Best Ergonomic Office Chairs, According to Physical Therapists in 2022

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. Fromstanding desksto seat cushions tostorage drawers, there is no shortage of office furniture options to consider. Courtesy of brands / Soleil Summer What should you look for when buying ergonomic office chairs? This part is based on your habits and preferences. Faux leather is easy to wipe clean, but fabric might feel warmer or more comfortable....

July 24, 2020 · 2 min · 382 words · Keith Rodriguez

19 Vitamin C Serums for Brighter, Glowier Skin

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 because vitamin C (a.k.a. Courtesy of the brands / Laneen Wells L-ascorbic acid) is one of thosedoes-it-all ingredients, with benefits ranging from brightening to anti-aging. Its also everywhereyou can find it in all kinds of serums,face moisturizers, and even cleansers. Vitamin C is anantioxidant, which means it can also help neutralize free radicals....

July 24, 2020 · 3 min · 537 words · Lisa Henry

How to Clean Your Ears Without Injuring Yourself

At first glance, ears seem like an uncontroversial topic. Unlike washing your legs (or takingregular showers), there arent manyinternet argumentsabout the subject. How to clean ears, however, is where things get interesting. lpictures/Adobe Stock Do you even need to clean your ears? Your ears are more than just earring display cases and hosts for the occasionalpimple. When you think about your ears, you probably think of the outer ear. It may be hard to believe, but earwax is your friend....

July 24, 2020 · 4 min · 643 words · Ryan Chase

The 33 Best Mascaras For Length and Volume in 2022

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 best mascaras brighten your face and draw attention to your eyeswith just a swipe or two. Sarah Hansen via Getty Images This may sound easy enough, but actuallychoosing the right mascarais a a real pain. There are so many factors to weigh: Is themascara waterproof?...

July 24, 2020 · 3 min · 574 words · Donald Mack

14 Ways to Make Your Daily Walk Feel More Like a Walking Workout

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. During the last couple of years, many of us have added adaily walkto our regular routine. Photo by The Good Brigade via Getty Images / Design by Stella Koh But did you know you’ve got the option to turn it into a walking workout too?...

July 22, 2020 · 4 min · 794 words · Jennifer Mitchell

15 Best Menstrual Cups to Make Your Period So Much Easier

Health ConditionsChevron Sexual and Reproductive HealthChevron PeriodsChevron 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. What is a menstrual cup? WestEnd61/Adobe Stock Most brands claim you’re able to wear a period cup for up to 12 consecutive hours safely. As such, theyve been touted as eco-friendly and money-savingalternatives to tampons and pads....

July 22, 2020 · 2 min · 271 words · Rachel Howard

63 Summer Salad Recipes Packed With the Season’s Best Ingredients

And theyre actually more versatile than you may think. Whats more, summer salad recipes can be budget-friendly too. The bottom line is that theres no wrong way to enjoy asaladthis summer. vaaseenaa/Getty Images When youve got so much in-season produce (and perhaps a grill, if youre lucky! Forget about your sad desk salad, and get started with some of these fun recipes below. Its topped with a tangy Dijon mustard dressing to boost the flavor even more....

July 22, 2020 · 4 min · 652 words · Jennifer Matthews