5 Things That Might Be Triggering Your Migraine Attacks at Work

On any given day at work, you probably encounter a ton of annoying situations. Maybe its cranky customers, merciless deadlines, or just that person in the next cubicle whoshrieksinto their mouthpiece. Thats because these kinds of stimuli can lead to head-splitting aches,nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. Nhung Le Here are five things at work that can sometimes cause a migraine attack and how to deal with them. Youre surrounded by bright, intense lights....

March 14, 2024 · 2 min · 330 words · Maria Petersen

23 Crackers, Chips, Bars, and Snacky Things That Will Truly Satisfy and Delight You

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. Theyre easy to have close by (or eat by the handful), satiating, and genuinely tasty. Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Good Company. No matter your fancy, youll probably eat thousands (millions?) Sadly, not everything you spot on the grocery store shelf is created equal....

March 13, 2024 · 5 min · 859 words · Anthony Gomez

24 Sauces, Spreads, Oils, and Condiments That Will Make Your Guests Say ‘Yes, Chef’

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 might leave your dinner guests wondering, Whatwasthat stuff you added at the end? Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Good Company. It upgrades texture, body, and above all, flavor when you need it most. Georgia Grinders Original Almond Butter Georgia Grinders...

March 13, 2024 · 4 min · 791 words · Matthew Carr

28 Pantry Staples That Make Feeding Yourself Feel Less Like a Chore

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. Snack fads come and go, but pantry staples are forever. Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Good Company. Most importantly, they make life easier and help you feel goodaward-worthy qualities in our book. One tester said:Holy HELL. This was my first dance with koshoa yuzu/chile pepper condiment that is now my one true love....

March 13, 2024 · 5 min · 921 words · William Garcia

8 Healthy and Delicious ‘Recipes’ You Can Quickly Throw Together

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. So take a look at the cheat sheet below, and get cooking (sort of). Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Good Company. I love the combination of salsa-stylechili crisp(so crunchy!) and a few sheets of roasted seaweed snacks crumbled on top....

March 13, 2024 · 3 min · 550 words · Laura Sanford

It’s Time to Overcome Your Fear of Tinned Fish

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. Whats out there now is a far cry from the soggy chicken-of-the-sea sandwiches that you endured through middle school. Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson at Laird and Good Company. Still need a little convincing? Read on for some delicious, expert-approved tips for putting the tins to work....

March 13, 2024 · 3 min · 434 words · Hannah Walker

We Tasted More Than 530 Items for the 2024 Pantry Awards—Here’s How We Chose the Winners

Welcome to SELFs second annualPantry Awards! Were so glad youre hereand hope you came with a hearty appetite. Perhaps that joy stems from the way a colorful tin of olive oil brightens up your kitchen counter. Amanda K Bailey you could read those guidelines, which we publish on self.com,here. (Are they easy to purchase anywhere in the country? Are they sold at a fair price pointand actually worth what they cost?...

March 13, 2024 · 1 min · 194 words · Krystal Olson

I’m a 34-Year-Old With Colorectal Cancer. Here Are the Early Signs I Wish I Hadn’t Ignored

Joe Faratzis, 34, was diagnosed with stage IVcolorectal cancerwhen he was 28. Heres his story, as told to health writer Julia Ries. This all started in 2019. Courtesy of Joe Faratzis I started experiencing a faint abdominal pain whenever I bent overfor example, to tie my shoe. Its not like I was persistently in pain, or experiencing the ache every day. It was easy to ignore and forget about. Still, I scheduled an appointment with myprimary care doctorand told him about it....

March 11, 2024 · 4 min · 647 words · Maurice Woods

I Have a Great Partner—So Why Do I Still Feel Lonely?

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 makes sense to assume that being in a committed relationship wouldward off loneliness. Daryna Zaichenko/Getty Images (No pressure.) So whats going on? Why would a person who has someone to share their life with ever feel lonely? We asked a couple of experts to shed some light....

March 6, 2024 · 2 min · 357 words · Anthony Frazier

The Best Hair Loss Treatments for Women, According to Dermatologists

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. That journey, however, is rarely a straight path. CSA-Printstock/Getty Images Dare we say, its a frizzy one. Genetics|Stress|Tight hairstyles|Styling habits|Dandruff|Inflamed hair follicles|Hormone fluctuations|Autoimmune disorders 1. This likely encourages hair to grow back fuller and speeds up the rate at which lost strands are replaced....

March 5, 2024 · 2 min · 310 words · Jessica Black

9 Women in Their 30s Share the Reasons They Decided to Embrace Their Grays

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 fact,research showsthat people typically start seeing silver in their mid-30s to mid-40s. Courtesy of Blakely Jones and Danielle Johnson I quit dyeing my hair during the pandemic out of sheer fatigue. Toward the end of 2020, I got pregnant, and my hair was growing uncontrollably....

March 4, 2024 · 2 min · 285 words · Terry Daniels

How to Return to Exercise After Being Sidelined With an Injury

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. Youve finally found a fitness routine that feels great, body and mind. Antonio Rodriguez/Adobe Stock Youre staying consistent and seeingprogress, whatever that means for you. Trust me, I knowIm a recreational runner whos dealt with everything from knee pain to stress fractures. Get official clearance to start back up again....

March 4, 2024 · 3 min · 546 words · Noah Wilkerson

5 Seemingly Harmless Habits That Can Really Hurt Your Back

When you hear the phrase back injury, you might think of car crashes or sports collisions. But there are oftensneakier causes of painsometimes from everyday activities you might not think twice about. I was bending down and twisting to grab my twin babies from the bed, she tells SELF. Seba Cestaro On the way back up, I immediately felt excruciating pain so bad I couldnt walk. Here are five seemingly harmless habits that can trigger a back injury....

February 29, 2024 · 2 min · 353 words · Pamela Jenkins