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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. Its pretty unfair thatbreastfeedingcan take such a toll on your nipples. JGI/Jamie Grill/Getty Images This body part was designed to achieve the singular goal of feeding tiny humans, after all. In an ideal world, breastfeeding would be simple, or at least notpainful. Unfortunately, for lots of women it can be the exact opposite....

You read that right. Researchers even came up with a term for it: orthosomnia. I admit, Im guilty of trying to optimize my sleep habits. Getty Images / T3 Magazine / andresr / Graphic by Zackary Angeline How many times did I wake up during the night? Was I tossing and turning? It helps me plan better sleep hygiene habits and see where I can improve. But Ive also had patients who check their trackers when they wake up in the middle of the night....

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It’s common in children but can occur at any age. Atopic dermatitis is long-lasting (chronic) and tends to flare periodically. It may be accompanied by asthma or hay fever. No cure has been found for atopic dermatitis. But treatments and self-care measures can relieve itching and prevent new outbreaks. For some people, it flares periodically and then clears up for a time, even for several years....

UC is also a risk factor in colorectal cancer,according to the Mayo Clinic. UC can range from mild to severe, and it can increase in severity over time. Patients experience periods of “flare-ups” and remissions, whether the disease is active or not. Science Photo Library/Getty Images These periods can be unpredictable and last for short or long periods of time. Flares are often debilitating and patients can wind up hospitalized during these periods of active disease....

Crumbled tempeh makes for a hearty ground-meat substituteperfect for earthyvegetarian tacos, sloppy joes, or meatballs. But honestly, the tempeh deserves better. If you want to change your tempeh ways too, these 21 recipes will help you do just that. Lisa Lin via Healthy Nibbles and Bits Before you know it, you’ll be a tempeh master. Tempeh BolognesefromHey Nutrition Lady Finish this bowl of pasta with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast....

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. Weirdly enough, it also explains why Idomake time for it. Andrew Purcell, Carrie Purcell Since college, Ive cherished early mornings as the most peaceful part of my day. If you think that seems like a challenge, or just an extra chore, I beg to differ....

A lot of people only knowbipolar disorderas it’s shown on TV or in movies. They’re hypersexual and prone to fits of rage. Essentially, they’re portrayed as completely out of control. Roy Scott/Getty Images But for real people living with bipolar disorder, their lives may or may not resemble those stereotypes. Typically these mood shifts range from highs (manic or hypomanic episodes) to lows (depressive episodes). During manic episodes, you might also experience psychosis or hallucinations....

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 a black queer femme, Ive found so much strength, healing, and self-discovery throughyoga. The author doing yoga in Antigua. Photo by Scott Bond-Theriault But at first, finding a studio where I felt comfortable was no easy task. Yoga classes can be expensive, yall!...

We all know and love Two Buck Chuck, but it’s really just the tip of the iceberg. SELF chatted with wine experts and the folks atTrader Joe’sto uncover some of the best wines from their collection. Pick up one (or more!) She calls it, “James and the Giant Black Cherry meets a beautiful Flamenco dancer with castanets.” Rebuttel Chardonnay, $7 If you love Chardonnay, this wine definitely won’t disappoint. Strong says it tastes like caramel apples and fresh airbasically an apple picking day trip in a bottle....

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. Basically, there’s a good chance youve either received CBT or know someone who has. Gary Waters/Getty Images So what is it? Does it really alleviate psychological distress, and if so, how? How much does it cost, and can you just use the techniques on your own?...

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. rays, which is especially important if youre covering longer distances. Getty You also dont want them to be too tight around your ears because that can lead to headaches. Another big consideration is U.V. protection, and full-coverage lenses. These stay put, whether running easy miles or sprinting on the track....

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. This is a completely selfish task because I have a coily Afro that takes hours to do every week. Amber Venerable Back in 2007when I first went naturalthere were very few products available for textured hair. Over time, I’ve seen the selection expand. Discover all my new favorites ahead....

Since then, I’ve been endlessly curious: Who are these fabulously talented women? How did they earn their spots? What’s life really like as a Rockette? Monica Schipper/Getty Images Last September, I had the chance to get some of these questions answered. That’s not including the rest of the work they do to be stage-ready. Being a Rockette requires some seriousstrengthand stamina. After all, “Rockettes are athletes dripping in diamonds,” dancer Sarah Grooms toldThe Huffington Post....