15 Great Beauty Products That Are on Sale 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. Welcome to Great Beauty Products That Are on Sale Right Now. These deals will keep your beauty stash stocked with plenty of cash leftover in your wallet for more. Who doesn’t like saving money? Read on for all the amazing deals, and be sure to check back each week for updates....

February 1, 2018 · 1 min · 116 words · Martin King

19 Healthy Sheet Pan Dinners With No Meat

That tried-and-true formula is great and can lead to a simple, balanced, energizing meal. Even if you’re a meat eater, it can be fun to go the meatless route sometimes. These 19 recipes buck the traditional formula in favor of veggie-focused numbers like kale bakes and sheet-pan ratatouille. Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell And it’s a great way toget comfortable with cooking with tempeh. It makes four servings and leftovers will last in the fridge for up to five days....

February 1, 2018 · 1 min · 158 words · Adam Baldwin

How Striving for Thickness Helps Lita Lewis Stay Mentally Healthy

At home, I might have tapped out with only my living room furniture as a witness. Im not OK with you giving up. As people of color, weve historically been underrepresented in [the self-care] scene. Lita Lewis in Bali, Indonesia. Photo byJen Loong/WanderSnap, courtesy ofThe Runaway Experience These retreats are open to everyone; my group was made up of people of various races. As such, their Bali experience was split into three weeks with women of color at the helm....

February 1, 2018 · 3 min · 578 words · Sarah Jimenez

20 Must-Have Jeans to Buy on Sale 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. Ive never heard anyone say, I have too many pairs of jeans. Christian Vierig / Getty Jeans are a wardrobe essential because denim is so versatilethe ultimate neutral. Plus, the different washes and shades give off different vibes. you might go light, dark, white, gray, black....

January 31, 2018 · 2 min · 258 words · Traci Flores

I Had a Preventive Total Gastrectomy and Now I Live Without a Stomach

Within a year of diagnosis, she was gone. The condition has a high rate of inheritance and makes gastric cancer incidence more likelyand typicallymore aggressive. She thought about her daughter, Paige, who was only a few years old at the time. Kristin Sabot Photography That convinced me I had to do the test, she says. When the test came back positive for the gene mutation, she actually felt relief. If it had been inconclusive, I think I would have stayed worried my entire life, she says....

January 30, 2018 · 3 min · 461 words · Matthew Huff

16 Cheese-Filled Dinners Under 500 Calories

As anycheese lovercan probably tell you, it’s hard not to go overboard on cheese. The result is packed with veggies and just as delicious as what you might be used to. If you prefer extra spice, keep some of the seeds in the jalapenos for more of a kick. https://cafedelites.com

January 29, 2018 · 1 min · 50 words · Sheila Phillips

6 Things You Should Know if You’re a Hijabi Who Wants to Run

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. In 2015, I entered theRunners Worldcover search contest. Photo by Khalid Ibrahim Out of thousands of entries, I realized that I was the only contestant who wore the hijab. I was picked as one of the top 10 finalists and featured twice inRunners Worldmagazine....

January 29, 2018 · 2 min · 384 words · Christopher Garcia

IBS vs. IBD: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the difference between IBS versus IBD is like trying to figure out what sets reality dating shows apart. (Is90 Day Fiancereally that different fromLove is Blind? While IBS can be super painful, it doesnt cause inflammation in your G.I. Pikovit44 / Getty Images / Stella Koh tractwhich means the risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment are usually totally different for IBS and IBD. IBS happens when the gut-brain connection is out of whack....

January 29, 2018 · 3 min · 535 words · Mr. George Lozano

Wearing a Wig Doesn't Mean I Don't Love My Natural Hair

There was the time I decided I wantedbalayage haircolor(a big mistake). And recently, a hot comb experience that left me with seriousheat damage. It was the last one that had me Googlingwigs. Tiffany Dodson My first time wearing a wig, I was nervous. Did my hair look fake? Would everyone know this wasnt my real hair? Here was my first wig attempt. I actually made this curly hairpiece myself with the help of YouTube....

January 29, 2018 · 3 min · 477 words · John Farrell

Your Nutrition Advice Won't Help if It's Not Culturally Sensitive

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. While nutrition is a science, food is personal, andhealthy eatingis a little bit different for everyone. Courtesy of Miho Hatanaka When more cultures are represented, were able to connect with patients on a more meaningful level. Because of the lack of diversity in the field, health and nutrition resources are not always inclusive....

January 29, 2018 · 3 min · 489 words · Brittany Thompson

11 Things That Can Raise Your Risk of Blood Clots

Your circulatory system, which propels blood throughout your body, is a work of art. But sometimes it can go awry and causeblood clots, which can be life-threatening. Blood clots dont always cause symptoms, but when they do, theyre likely to affect your legs. Ben Pipe Photography/Getty Images A model known asVirchows triadbreaks down the three main causes behind blood clots. Various risk factors can contribute to these blood-clot causes. Some are non-modifiable risk factors, meaning you unfortunately cant control them....

January 27, 2018 · 2 min · 409 words · Melissa Nelson

11 Vaginal Health Tips Ob/Gyns Actually Give Their Patients

Dont be nervousthis is what we do. Here are 11 things gynecologists really want you to know. Your vagina is the internal tube that allows for vaginal childbirth andpenetration during sex. PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou/Getty Images You really dont need to do anything special for your vulva. But dont use special scrubs or washesthey can be irritating. Mild soap and water are really all you need. As for your vagina, you’ve got the option to completely leave that alone....

January 26, 2018 · 2 min · 384 words · Mrs. Sarah Garcia

17 Healthy Snacks to Meal Prep Once and Eat All Week

One of my biggest problems is that I never seem to havehealthy snackson hand when I need them. When I’m at home, I can just whip up something to eat on demand. So this year, I’m resolving to add snacks to my meal prep plan. Andrew Purcell; Carrie Purcell I’m kicking off my snacking resolution with these 17 big-batch recipes. Vegan Matcha Protein BallsfromSimply Quinoa Matcha isn’t just for drinking....

January 26, 2018 · 1 min · 144 words · Yvonne Griffin