26 Slow-Cooker Dinners That Are Whole30-Approved

When you get home, a dinner you’re able to actually eat will be waiting for you. They’re also great served alongside a bed of roasted vegetableswhatever you have on hand works fine! Serve the meat in a lettuce leaf for a taco-esque experience. http://www.cottercrunch.com Or try it over a bed of finely chopped cauliflower for a burrito bowl-style meal. For a full meal, the Real Food Dietitians serve the meat in a baked sweet potato....

February 28, 2017 · 2 min · 323 words · Dr. Diana Cook

Here's How Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone Reacted to ThatMoonlight-La La LandOscar Mix-Up

What’s one to do when you’re onstage during the biggest gaffe inAcademy Awardhistory? Take a page fromRyan Gosling’sbook and do the only thing you might: Laugh. At first, he looked uncomfortable learning the truth. ANGELA WEISS/AFP/Getty Images And then he couldn’t help but laugh. This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom. Us too, Emma. Kevin Winter/Getty Images Can we at least give them “Best Sports” Oscars? (Moonlightultimately took home three Oscars Sunday night, whileLa La Landsnagged six golden statuettes....

February 27, 2017 · 1 min · 186 words · Danielle Johnston

The Oscars After-Party Dresses Were Hotter Than the Red Carpet Looks

For example,Hailee Steinfeldtraded her 3-D floral gown for a body-hugging silver dress. And Emma Stone swapped her fringe red-carpet look for a minidress that hit just above the knee. Some leading ladieslikeViola Davisand Michelle Dockeryskipped dresses all together, and rocked beautiful pantsuits and jumpsuits. John Shearer Ahead, find the most show-stopping looks from the official Oscars after party.

February 27, 2017 · 1 min · 58 words · Andrea Higgins DVM

50 of Emma Stone's Best Red-Carpet Hairstyles

In 2016 alone, Stone’s hair went fromnearly blackto an icy, platinum blonde. And in addition to changing up her hue, Stone isn’t afraid of the scissors. She even toyed with apixie-cutwig once upon a time. Getty Stone’s ever-changinghairstyleson the red carpet are also a source of inspiration. She often wears a deep side part and retro waves just like an Old Hollywood star. But she’s also not afraid to try intricate updos or a head full of curls....

February 26, 2017 · 2 min · 373 words · Jodi Lloyd

See all the Gorgeous Gowns From the 2017 Oscars Red Carpet

The Oscars are the grand finale to an amazing award season. And we’ve gathered all the fabulous red-carpet dresses from the 2017 Oscars ahead. Chrissy Teigen Teigen stunned in a Zuhair Murad long-sleeve gown with metallic embellishments and a cape design. Kirsten Dunst Dunst chose a timeless black Dior gown and matched it with ankle-strap heels. Emma Roberts Roberts chose her vintage Armani Prive gown as a part of theRed Carpet Green Dressinitiative....

February 26, 2017 · 2 min · 356 words · Amy Strickland

22 Fitness Pros Share Their Favorite Abs Exercises

There are only so many ways it’s possible for you to do crunches orplanksbefore you get bored. But that’s no reason to skip a core session. A strong torso sets the stage for any movement, from squats to sprints. FatCamera / Getty Images Strongabdominal musclesalso help protect your lower back, meaning fewer aches. Be prepared to feel that oh-so-good soreness that hurts when you laughwe promise it’s worth it. Side passe dip from Anna Kaiser ofAKT “This doubles as a great arm toning move....

February 24, 2017 · 7 min · 1286 words · Edgar Williams

13 Whole30-Approved Appetizers for Your Oscars Party

This weekend, the stars will assemble for the89th Academy Awards. Don’t let this happen. Instead, whip up one of these 12 totally Whole30-compliant appetizers before you get going partying. Jeanine Donofrio via loveandlemons.com (The award of a lifetime orSriracha meatballs? Meatballs, obviously.) Steamed Artichokes with Roasted Garlic AiolifromBrooklyn Supper Sometimes simple is best. At least that’s the case with these totally Whole30 compliant,two-ingredientsteamed artichokes. Frankly, we think they taste great plain with just a little lemon....

February 23, 2017 · 2 min · 275 words · Elizabeth Mendoza

How This Ob/Gyn Is Uplifting Communities of Color

(Bless you, Shonda, for your unwavering commitment to diversity.) Although that may seem like an insignificant detail, representation matters. Jones occupies that exceptional, shouldnt-be-rare-but-is-nonetheless space black women have carved out for themselves in the medical field. Courtesy of Brandi Jones Shes affiliated with Howard University Hospital, where she performs gynecologic surgeries along with labor and delivery. Unity Health Care is a nonprofit dedicated to helping medically underserved patients. Many of them also happen to be people of color....

February 23, 2017 · 2 min · 304 words · Sherry Gray

14 Instagram Accounts That Will Give You All the Meal Prep Inspiration You Need

(Steaming rice, roasting veggies, and noodling zucchini take time, after all.) These 14 Instagram accounts are jam-packed with tons of yummy-looking meal-prepped food and all the inspiration you need. Add them to your Insta queue and prepare to get pumped. Jelena Jojic Tomic/Stocksy Scroll through her feed for protein-filled snack packs so color-coordinated, you’ll want to make them for yourself. @floordeboor_fit Looking for a Dutch spin on meal prepping? @nomnompaleo Nom Nom Paleo is known for creating Paleo- andWhole30-compliant recipes....

February 22, 2017 · 1 min · 167 words · Joseph Little

How Black Girls RUN! Is Changing the Face of Fitness

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. I stood on the sidelines and peered through the racers streaming by to catch a glimpse of my boyfriend. Ashley Hicks-Rocha and Toni Carey, co-founders of Black Girls RUN! It was March 15, 2014, and Blake wasrunningWashington, D.C.s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. I was overcome with emotion from the second the starting gun sounded....

February 22, 2017 · 4 min · 686 words · Dr. Brian Bell MD

21 Drugstore Products Models Swear By

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. Ahead, 21 professional runway models share their drugstore must-haves, all for under $20. Cindy Ord/Getty Images All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. I use it every day since it works great with my oily skin....

February 21, 2017 · 2 min · 323 words · Hunter Knight

14 Dairy-Free Smoothie Ideas

But a lot of smoothies contain dairy in some form or another. That’s where these 14 smoothie ideas come in. Bonus: They’re delicious whether or not you’re a fan of dairy. Dana and John Shultz via minimalistbaker.com 4-Ingredient Mango Green SmoothiefromWell Plated No time? This recipe only requiresfour ingredients: frozen mango, chopped banana, spinach, and cashew milk. Peach-Carrot SmoothiefromPrimavera Kitchen Primavera Kitchen calls for two optional tablespoons ofGreek yogurtin this recipe....

February 18, 2017 · 1 min · 99 words · Dylan Moses

Eyelash-Growth Serum: What Works, What Doesn’t

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. Eyelash-growth serum is one of those beauty products that seems too good to be true. Photo: Felicity Ingram; Wardrobe: Ronald Burton; Hair: Jerome Cultrera at L’Atelier; Makeup: Porsche Cooper; Manicure: Yukie Miyakawa at Walter Schupfer And youve probably seen the before-and-after pictures of women flauntingluscious lasheson Instagram and Amazon....

February 18, 2017 · 3 min · 505 words · Nicole Poole