Here's What the Winner of a Grueling Survival Run Ate to Make It Through in 26 Hours

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. Vanessa Gebhardt can officially add professional volcano scaler to her resume. Josue Fernandez Photography / @josuefphoto Gebhardts eating plan actually started two months before the race, when she cutcoffeefrom her diet completely. I dont really put a label on it, but I dont drink that much overall....

April 10, 2018 · 3 min · 457 words · Linda Byrd

I Tried Rent the Runway's $89 Subscription. Here Are 7 Tips to Make the Most of It.

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. Im that person who cheerfully explains that my dress was 20 percent off after every compliment. What can I say? I love agood deal, and I have no qualms sharing my money-saving ways. At least twice a week, my outfit is partially care of myRent the Runway Update subscription....

April 10, 2018 · 3 min · 514 words · Jason Chandler

The 9 Best Frozen Pizzas at the Grocery Store, According to R.D.s

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. As delicious aspizzais, it isn’t always the most well-rounded meal. Graphic by Cristina Cianci Here are their nine top picks. To kick things up a notch, she adds a bit of cooked, lean ground turkey. To round things out, she’ll top it with either thinly sliced cooked chicken or lean chicken sausage....

April 10, 2018 · 1 min · 113 words · Lydia Baker

Understanding High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. you’re free to have high blood pressure (hypertension) for years without any symptoms. Even without symptoms, damage to blood vessels and your heart continues and can be detected. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases your risk of serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke. High blood pressure generally develops over many years, and it affects nearly everyone eventually....

April 10, 2018 · 7 min · 1291 words · Ronald Gross

We Asked Nurses and Phlebotomists How to Make Blood Tests Less Miserable

The mere thought of gettingbloodtests might make your vision swim. After all, someone is taking precious, life-giving fluid out of your arm with a needle. (A needle that always looks terrifyingly big and sharp in the moment, too.) Denisfilm / Getty Images Dont feel bad if you turn into your 5-year-old self when you gotta get blood drawn. No one wants to be stuck with a needle. It is more surprising when patients do not care about getting their blood drawn....

April 10, 2018 · 2 min · 365 words · Brooke Williams

Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder. It causes breathing to repeatedly stop and start during sleep. There are several types of sleep apnea, but the most common is obstructive sleep apnea. This key in of apnea shows up when your throat muscles intermittently relax and block your airway during sleep. A noticeable sign of obstructive sleep apnea is snoring. Treatments for obstructive sleep apnea are available. One treatment involves using a gear that keep your airway open while you sleep....

April 9, 2018 · 5 min · 949 words · Sean Rasmussen

Vacation Racing Might Seem Miserable, but Hear Me Out

Runnersare a special breedI mean, really. Running has always been my last-resort workout. And dont even have a go at talk pace, splits, and other stats with me. This sunset was the perfect way to end a long day of running. The only time Ive ever remotely enjoyed running has been on vacations. Plus, my 20-minute runs always bought me some necessary me-time during group trips. Ive always wanted to have a more stable relationship with running, but it seemed like a far-fetched dream....

April 8, 2018 · 3 min · 614 words · Misty Webb

Here’s When to See a Doctor About That Persistent Cough

Not to mention that persistent coughs can be a pain in your throatandyourcore muscles. Having a lingering cough can be inconvenient, but having a persistent cough can be especially worrisome. So how do you know the difference? Zinkevych/Getty Images And how do you know when to see a doctor for a cough? What actually counts as a persistent cough? The thing is: Eight weeks is alongtime. So it’s completely within reason to get checked out before then if you’re concerned....

April 7, 2018 · 2 min · 395 words · Donna Henson

I Have Keratosis Pilaris. These 8 Products Actually Smoothed My 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. Keratosis pilaris is a genetic skin condition, and it runs in my family. Courtesy of author KP is actually pretty common. Doctors say the best way to treat KP is toexfoliateand moisturizeso my mom was right. But its important to be mindful about overexfoliating....

April 7, 2018 · 2 min · 280 words · Kelly Mckinney

11 Frozen Cocktails Under 200 Calories

When warmer weather rolls around, frozen cocktails are my jam. The thing is, pina coladas and most other frozen drinks kind of double asdessert. They’re often high in sugar, alcohol and not much else. https://minimalistbaker.com/ So, having some lower-alcohol, lower-sugar cocktail recipes up your sleeve can be really handy. Basically, all of them are a good bet for keeping cool all spring and summer long. Add a splash of vodka if you want it even stronger....

April 6, 2018 · 1 min · 76 words · Colton Watson

16 Healthy Lunches That Cost Less Than $2 to Make

But I started making my own lunches out of necessity, and was pleasantly surprised at the result. Better yet, try dipping those veggies in it. So it’s possible for you to make a batch and save them for whenever you desire. https://www.budgetbytes.com Make a big-batch of it and store it in your freezer for later. Cost per serving:$1.13

April 6, 2018 · 1 min · 58 words · Mr. Donald Ramos DVM

5 Shampoos for People Who Actually Have to Wash Their Hair Every 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. Some women can go weeks without using shampoo. Courtesy of Emily Rekstis Others depend ondry shampooto keep their hair fresh and clean looking for days. Recently, Ive started to worry my daily washing habit is actually hurting my hair. Thesulfatesthe ingredient that gives shampoo its sudscan remove natural oils from the hair and scalp....

April 6, 2018 · 2 min · 303 words · Lori Chavez

This Is What It’s Like to Train for a 320-Mile Ultraman Triathlon

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. A little more than a decade ago, Rich Roll decided to recalibrate his relationship withfood. Courtesy of Rich Roll A health scare prompted him to reevaluate his food andfitnesschoices. Heres how he does it. Sometimes he addschia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, or some combination of the three....

April 6, 2018 · 2 min · 311 words · Meredith Bailey