Understanding Dry Eyes

Tears can be inadequate for many reasons. Dry eyes feel uncomfortable. If you have dry eyes, your eyes may sting or burn. Treatments for dry eyes may make you more comfortable. These treatments can include lifestyle changes and eyedrops. You’ll likely need to take these measures indefinitely to control the symptoms of dry eyes. Your doctor can take steps to determine what’s bothering your eyes or refer you to a specialist....

March 7, 2018 · 3 min · 479 words · Leah Thomas

16 Must-Read Memoirs About Health Written by Women

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. Viral Facebook posts aboutC-section births, miscarriages, andlate-term abortionshave sparked important conversations and encouraged empathy. Graphic by Cristina Cianci What is it like to know that the gender assigned to you at birth was wrong? To be raised by parents who struggle withhoarding? To fight alcoholaddiction, live with chronic pain, or face your own terminal cancer diagnosis?...

March 6, 2018 · 2 min · 254 words · Roger Henry

11 Stylish Athleisure Pieces That Are on Deep Discount 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. Nation, Nike, and more. Courtesy of The Outnet Get it:$195 (originally $435),theoutnet.com

March 2, 2018 · 1 min · 38 words · Justin Shaw

14 Breakfasts With 2 Servings of Veggies or More

Even though I’m technically a grown-up, I sometimes still have trouble eating enough veggies every day. That’s why I’ve been trying to incorporate more vegetables into my morning routine. To help guarantee you hit your five-a-day, here are 15 delicious recipes to your regular rotation. https://minimalistbaker.com Adulting has never been easier. Healthy Green Breakfast TacosfromLove and Lemons Make Taco Tuesday a day-long celebration with this eggy avocado number. Veggie-Packed Breakfast SandwichesfromBudget Bytes Frozen spinach is the secret to these affordable, veggie-rich breakfast sandwiches....

March 2, 2018 · 1 min · 124 words · Ryan Pena

8 Women-Only Ski Camps for Skiers of All Skill Levels

The first time I triedskiingwas a disaster. I was 17 and on a trip to Colorado with a bus full of kids from my high school. At first I laughed along with my friends, snickering about the food references. Aspen Skiing Company But eventually, I seemed to be the only one not getting it. Every movement felt like I was standing on two banana peels slipping my legs in opposite directions....

March 2, 2018 · 2 min · 245 words · Veronica Ford

Child-free by Choice: When You Don't Want Kids—but Your Doctor Won't Listen

Heather*, a 28-year-old from Ohio, spent four years searching for a doctor who would sterilize her. Youll change your mind once your biological clock starts ticking. Youll feel differently once you meet the right person. Johanna Parkin/Getty Images What if your future partner wants children? They recommended long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) options, like anIUD, instead. So Heather kept asking. First, she wrote, she has no biological imperative to have kids....

March 1, 2018 · 4 min · 696 words · Pedro Hernandez

Understanding High Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that’s found in the fats (lipids) in your blood. When you have high cholesterol, you may develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. Eventually, these deposits make it difficult for enough blood to flow through your arteries. Decreased blood flow to your brain can cause a stroke. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and sometimes medication can go a long way toward reducing high cholesterol. High cholesterol has no symptoms....

March 1, 2018 · 3 min · 492 words · Samantha Davis

11 Best Frozen and Premade Meals at Trader Joe's, According to R.D.s

If I could cook my own meals every night, I totally would. In these moments, I rely onhealthy frozen and premade mealsto save time and fill me up. Theyre so good, even registered dietitians swear by them for quickie lunches and dinners. Graphic by Cristina Cianci Trader Joesis one store that excels in the premade food department, among other things. Here are their 11 top picks. Zeitlin loves keeping this soup on hand during the colder months....

February 28, 2018 · 1 min · 204 words · Chad Pineda

12 Healthy Dinners for Under $3 per Serving

(Spoiler:They Will Not.) I’m here to tell you that it definitely isn’t. Really, it’s about having a series of tried-and-true, inexpensive recipes in your arsenal. https://www.budgetbytes.com These 14 recipes are so cheap, each one costs less than $3 per serving to make. (Either the blogger calculated and provided this information, or we did the math using prices fromPeapod.) They all make multiple servings, which means they’re great for meal prep....

February 27, 2018 · 1 min · 100 words · Jermaine Lowe

21 Great Activewear Pieces From Celebrity Brands We Love

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. It’s no secret that we all have our holy grail favorites when it comes toactivewearbrands. Household names likeAdidas,Nike,Lululemon, and more have dominated the industry for years. But the seemingly never-ending rise of athleisure has opened up endless opportunities for new brands. One pop in we’ve been seeing a lot more of?...

February 27, 2018 · 2 min · 235 words · Tyler Phillips

The 11-Step Makeup Routine I Do Every Morning on the Train to Work

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. Theres just one tiny issueit takes me way too long to get out of bed in the morning. Cristina Cianci Sometimes I even end up doing myhairon the train too, but thats another story. I use makeup products that are no bigger than the size of my palm....

February 27, 2018 · 2 min · 372 words · Lori Taylor

17 Stir-Fry Recipes You Can Make in 15 Minutes or Less

When you need dinner as fast as possible, there’s nothing speedier than a stir-fry. Here are 17 stir-fry recipes that are so fast, you’ll never want to make anything else. Spring Veggie Stir-FryfromCookie and Kate Get pumped for spring with this meatless asparagus stir-fry. Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell Shrimp Teriyaki Stir-FryfromGimme Delicious Gimme Deliciouscombines soy sauce with honey to create a homemade teriyaki sauce. In this asparagus recipe, it’s spicy and filling....

February 26, 2018 · 1 min · 88 words · Alicia Foley

How to Work Out When You Have Exercise-Induced Asthma

The good news is that exercise-induced asthma is totally treatableand it doesnt have to interfere with your workouts. Ahead is everything you gotta know about exercise-induced asthma, including tips for maintaining your exercise regimen. What is exercise-induced asthma? Staying active can actually help you manage exercise-induced asthma. As its name implies, exercise-induced asthma is when you experience trouble breathing while pushing yourself physically. Some people only experience this while theyre working out, hence the name exercise-induced asthma....

February 26, 2018 · 2 min · 366 words · Sarah Murray