27 Healthy Eggplant Recipes That Aren’t Eggplant Parm

Despite its perplexing name, eggplant is anamazing foodto cook with. As for what makes an eggplant recipe healthy? Given that youre starting with afiberand vitamin-stuffed veggie, most anything you make with eggplant provides some great nutrition. Bon Appétit One easy way to work in that variety of food groups is a casserole-style dish. No matter how you like to eat your illogically named nightshade, theres something here for you. Here are 27 yummy, healthy eggplant recipes....

March 13, 2020 · 2 min · 215 words · Todd Noble

57 Delightful Gifts for Dog Lovers and Their Pets

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. Hard-core dog parents are often just as loyal as the pups they adore. Sometimes the smallest things take up the most space in your heart These gifts are doggone great options no matter the occasion, from spontaneous just-because surprises to festivities likebirthdaysor holidays. In any case, you wouldnt want to leave your dog parent empty-pawed!...

March 13, 2020 · 3 min · 450 words · Christy Ellis

Here’s How Coronavirus Spreads, According to Epidemiologists

With so much discussion about thenew coronavirus, a few questions are especially top of mind right now. How does the new coronavirus spread? Why is it spreading so quickly? Getty; Designed by Morgan Johnson And how, if possible, can you reduce your risk of infectionor transmission? The thing is, the situation is constantly changing, and experts are learning more and more every day. As of now, heres what we know about the new coronavirus transmission....

March 13, 2020 · 3 min · 509 words · Brent Burke DVM

How to Avoid Coronavirus on Planes, Trains, and Buses

So how can you protect yourself if a plane, train, or bus is in your future? c’mon keep that in mind when considering nonessential travel right now. We have to flatten out this epidemic and not overwhelm our health care system, which is pretty fragile. Getty / Laser1987 / kolderal / Hirun Laowisit / EyeEm; Designed by Morgan Johnson State Departmenthas recommended avoiding traveling abroad right now, period.) you’re able to also keep tabs on theWHOs international travel advice....

March 13, 2020 · 3 min · 554 words · Diana Frederick

Jamaican Reggae Singer Jah9 Has a Self-Care Philosophy We Can Get Behind

I didnt even think of that! As a longtime fan, I shouldve anticipated that Jah9 would think of that. Now Jah9 is leaning into her vision of self-care more than ever before. Wade Rhoden To me, self-care starts with honesty and love to myself on all levels, she tells me. But we both agree that that deeply ingrained cultural belief has got to go. Chatting with Jah9, its easy to see why she has made a career in music....

March 13, 2020 · 2 min · 397 words · James Luna

What to Do If Your Anxiety About Coronavirus Feels Overwhelming

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. Of course, given the situation, some anxiety is okay and even helpful. Getty / Nora Carol Photography / Natalya Danko / EyeEm; Designed by Morgan Johnson At a manageable level, coronavirus anxiety reminds us to stay vigilant and stick to best infection-prevention practices. Plus, its completely human....

March 13, 2020 · 5 min · 903 words · Melissa Walter

What to Do If You Think You May Have Coronavirus

For many people in the United States, the reality of thenew coronavirusis really starting to hit home. The number ofCOVID-19 infections in the U.S.has been steadily increasing as well. At press time, 938 cases of the new coronavirushave been confirmedin the country, with 29 deaths. Getty / Laurent Hamels / David Ryder / Stringer / The Burtons; Designed by Morgan Johnson So what do you do if you haveor think you haveCOVID-19?...

March 12, 2020 · 2 min · 349 words · Tanya Brown

15 Foods That Have More Protein Than an Egg

Withbird flubreaking out among the countrys poultry flocks, egg prices have skyrocketed. So you probably wont want to treat it as your primary breakfast protein source. Whats more, the iron-rich seeds are wonderful raw or roasted. Getty Images Sprinkle a handful on top of your oatmeal or over a smoothie bowl for some nutritious crunch. (Not to mentionmagnesium!) That said, dont be afraid to flex your creative muscles and venturebeyondplain oatmeal, either!...

March 11, 2020 · 2 min · 386 words · Paul Davis

How Much Can Hand Sanitizer Really Protect You From Coronavirus?

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently classified the new coronavirus as apandemic. But small daily habitslike hand hygienecan reduce your personal risk of infection and transmission too. Which prompts the question…how well does hand sanitizer really work against coronavirus? Getty / imagestock / PhotoMelon / Niteenrk; Designed by Morgan Johnson I will say, Im a big hand-sanitizer person. Its been a staple of mine for many years. (Some people are not only buying many bottles of hand sanitizer but evenreselling the stufffor high prices online....

March 11, 2020 · 2 min · 315 words · John Newman

Taraji P. Henson on Her Nighttime Hair Routine and Getting Hot in the Bedroom

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. Taraji P. Henson understands self-care. Morgan Johnson; Getty Images / Noam Galai / Stringer; Product images courtesy of the brands As a black woman, she feels she has no other choice. The actor knows that mental health and wellness isnt all bubble baths and yoga....

March 11, 2020 · 4 min · 829 words · April Stout

Do You Really Need Padded Bike Shorts for Your Cycling Class?

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 a regular indoor cyclist, you probably already have some of the necessary gear. Corey Towers As a Peloton regular who rides most days, Ive actually never worn a pair of padded bike shorts. But its definitely a thing. A quick scan of activewear and cycling retail sites shows a bunch of the padded options....

March 10, 2020 · 2 min · 229 words · Jason Johnson

11 Best Leg Workouts to Kick Up Your Lower-Body Routine

Doing the same old exercises for the same number of reps and sets can get boring, fast. Thebarbellworkout (#2 below) might be a good one to try. Have less than five minutes? Katie Thompson Thats because theyre super easy to add resistance toyou simply put more plates on the bar. and then some core moves. But believe me, itll feel much longer. After the first round, youll switch legs, and then continue switching throughout the eight rounds....

March 9, 2020 · 1 min · 111 words · Eugene Stokes

17 Stylish Activewear Pieces We’re Eyeing at the Carbon38 Sale

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 you have to do is enter the code STOCKUP at checkout. Jacob Lund / Adobe Stock Plus, they come in 11 fun colorwe dare you to pick just one. Currently available in sizes XXS to XXL. It’ll look as good running errands as it does on thetennis court....

March 9, 2020 · 2 min · 227 words · Tina Chavez