Does Asthma Increase Your Risk for Severe Coronavirus Symptoms?

There is still a lot left to learn about thecoronavirusnot to mention about asthma and the coronavirus. We dont have a ton of research looking at patients with asthma and this particular new coronavirus. Having COVID-19 may trigger asthma symptoms and asthma attacks. Adobe Stock / Visual Generation / Morgan Johnson Common asthma triggers include things like allergens, exercise, and illnesses likecolds and the flu. So it makes sense that the coronavirus might also be a trigger for asthma....

May 18, 2020 · 3 min · 442 words · Jason Miller

Here’s How to Manage Asthma If You Usually Rely on the E.R. for Care

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. Chronic conditions dont stop for a global health crisis. Adobe Stock / bydvvid Far too many people have to rely on emergency care for their asthma. But tons of people arent able to afford those medications or the insurance that would help cover them....

May 18, 2020 · 2 min · 409 words · Keith Duarte

In This Age of Social Distancing, May We Recommend Snail Mail?

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 youve seen the viral hashtag #saveUSPS, youll know the U.S. Images courtesy of the brands Postal Service has not been faring well during theglobal pandemic. However, many sources have reported that this loan isstill not enoughto really stabilize the USPS. As a reminder, it’s critical to keep the U....

May 18, 2020 · 2 min · 279 words · Julie Walters

What Needs to Happen to Fix Race-Based Asthma Disparities?

(Heres our investigationinto how asthma might affect the risk of experiencing severe complications from COVID-19.) TheCDCsays around 25 million Americans live with asthmathats 7.7 percent of adults and 7.5 percent of kids. I study the social determinants, and the main thing is place. Getty / Nadia Bormotova / Morgan Johnson Where you liveyour zip codeis a better predictor of your health outcomes than your genetics. Its not one-size-fits-all, because everyone affected with asthma will need something slightly different....

May 18, 2020 · 2 min · 394 words · Ronald Williams

11 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Therapy Right Now

Every Sunday as my 2 p.m. appointment nears, I contemplate coming up with an excuse to ditch. Explore exactly why therapy is difficult right now. A lot of valuable information can be found in unpacking your discomfort. Andrymas/Adobe Stock If you feel like you dont know what to talk about right now, why is that? If youre bored with talking about the samepandemic emotionsover and over again, what might be more helpful?...

May 15, 2020 · 4 min · 651 words · Frances Mahoney

17 Best-Sellers Worth Shopping at Fenty Beauty's Fenty Fam Sale

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May 15, 2020 · 1 min · 29 words · Cory Dorsey

30 Easy Lunch Ideas You Can Whip Up in No Time

Nobody has time to make a gourmet feast for lunch under normal circumstances. In the midst of a pandemic? Wereallin dire need of easy lunch ideas right now. Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell Easy doesnt have to mean bland and boring, though. Smashed Pea and Smoked Salmon Toastfrom SELF Treat yourself to a fancy (but fast!) lunch with a little smoked salmon. Smashed peas (from frozen) add even more protein. Slice up and dip in ranch dressing....

May 15, 2020 · 2 min · 222 words · Carrie Hoffman

A Quick Daily Stretching Routine to Reset Your Body and Mind

It makes a huge difference in how I feel throughout the day. And I dont necessarily mean in terms ofproductivity, though thats sometimes a nice side effect. Getting up and moving regularly throughout the workday simply makes me feel more like a human. Katie Thompson a break every now and then. Sitting all day takes a toll on the upper body too. The shoulders internally rotate when we have our arms in front of us at a computer, says Atkins....

May 15, 2020 · 3 min · 587 words · Todd Smith

How to Move Safely Right Now If You Absolutely Need To

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. Moving to a new home is a headache in the best of times. Alessandro De Carli / EyeEm / Getty Images But during thecoronaviruspandemic, figuring out how to move is probably the very last thing you want to do. That includes limiting non-essential travel outside your local area and non-essential errands within your local area....

May 15, 2020 · 4 min · 740 words · Tina Pham

8 Healthy No-Cook Meals That Are Actually Just a Bunch of Snacks

If you just have an apple and peanut butter, thats still just a snack, Hartley says. For some inspiration straight from the pros, check out the ideas below. But keep in mind your snack-meal can also be a truly random assortment of tasty and filling snacks. Chelsea Kyle. Prop and food styling by Beatrice Chastka. My philosophy is you cant mess it up. A note about the wordhealthyhere: We know that healthy is acomplicated concept....

May 14, 2020 · 2 min · 330 words · Joseph Dean

Adele Isn’t Discussing Her Weight So Why Are We?

Last Wednesday pop superstar Adele posted aphoto of herselfin recognition of her 32nd birthday. Not a topic of the post? Her caption thanked fans for wishing her a happy birthday, and wished them safety during theCOVID-19 outbreak. Jeff Vespa/Getty Images It read: Thank you for the birthday love. Instead many focused on something she hadnt even mentioned: the changing shape of her body. In the days following, Adeles weight loss became a trending topic....

May 14, 2020 · 3 min · 514 words · Jacob Brown

For People With Skin-Picking Disorder, the Coronavirus Pandemic Is Especially Triggering

I mostly pick my face, Daniela W., who hasskin-picking disorder, tells SELF. But also my scalp, my back, and my chest. For me, the scarring is the most distressing part. Morgan Johnson Theyre not deep scars, but I have a lot of them. Despite how many people have it, skin-picking disorder is often misunderstoodsometimeseven by therapists. Its rare that I find someone who has actually heard of it, even professionals, Daniela says....

May 14, 2020 · 4 min · 836 words · Betty Cooper

The 4-Minute, No-Equipment Cardio Workout That Will Break Up Your Day

In other words, its a nonintimidating, totally doable way to get your body moving right now. That 30-second sequence is repeated eight times for a total of four minutes. Its fun, versatile, effective, and quick, the Nashville-based trainerpreviously told SELF. Katie Thompson With your core engaged, jump straight up, swinging your arms back as you do so for momentum. Land with soft knees and clasp your hands in front of your chest....

May 14, 2020 · 2 min · 253 words · Kristina Lawrence