Treat Yourself... In 30 Minutes

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. No need to spend more than $10 on a lush bouquet. Take it up a notch and pair with buds from the same color family. Go ahead and add that spiced coffee cake, pineapple popover or banana nut muffin to your latte order. Then, instead of rushing to work or class, grab a table and take fifteen minutes to people-watch....

October 31, 2012 · 1 min · 198 words · Austin King

Treat Yourself... In 5 Minutes

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. They’re this season’s hottest accessory and a quick, cheap way to patch your look. Because music is one of the best ways to get out of a funk and make you smile. One of our favorite quick fixes is the four-minutePretty Girl Rockby Keri Hilson....

October 31, 2012 · 1 min · 205 words · Troy Campbell

Soccer Star Alex Morgan Shares Her Injury Prevention Secrets

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. Here, she demonstrates four of FIFA’s 11+ moves. Lie on your front, supporting yourself on your forearms and feet. Your body should be in a straight line. Try not to sway or arch your back. **Do three sets. Stand with your feet hip-width apart....

October 26, 2012 · 2 min · 228 words · Mark Stewart

Foodie Tour of San Antonio Lunch and Veggie Pizza Dinner

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. They took us on a food tour of San Antonio for our lunch today! He continues to pastor a church, which meets in the shop on Sundays. They call it the Bethlehem Church because Bethlehem actually means “house of bread.” How cool is that!...

October 24, 2012 · 1 min · 124 words · Tiffany Cuevas

Actress (and Former SELF Cover Gal!) Alison Sweeney Tells Us How She Sneaks in Veggies

Read on to hear how she likes her veggies and the next fitness challenge on her bucket list. Tell us about “One Giant Pledge.” What drew you to partner up with The Jolly Green Giant? Allison Sweeney, TV host and mom, attends the Green Giant event, One Giant Pledge, on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2012 in New York. One Giant Pledge invites families to take a fun and simple oath to eat one more vegetable a day....

October 23, 2012 · 2 min · 336 words · Sherri Johnson DVM

EXCLUSIVE: SELF Snags Calorie-Torching Moves from Crunch

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. Including a good workout. (Kinda likethis one.) Can somebody pinch us, kindly? The logic beyond Body Blitz’s massive fat-burning abilities? Sound too good to be true? Try Body Blitz for yourself.At home. Lie facing up with your knees bent on a mat or the floor....

October 23, 2012 · 2 min · 259 words · Patricia Diaz

10 Don't-Miss Nail Blogs

Sammy, 21-year-old nail artist and founder of The Nailasaurus, creates one-of-a-kind art every single day. Check out her rainbow splatter manicure! Miss Ladyfinger The go-to for the on-trend nail-a-holic. Self-taught nail artist Taryn Multack gives you instructions for creating high fashion-inspired nail designs. Madeline Poole Nails Any nail artist who uses Cheetos as inspiration is awesome in our book. L.A.-based pro Madeline Poole shows off her kooky creations. Polish You Pretty BFFs Danielle & Jenny express their shared polish addiction....

October 17, 2012 · 1 min · 98 words · Stephen Reed

10 Smart Swaps to Avoid Saturated Fat

The Go-To:A pat of butter (1 tsp) on a potato Smart Swap:A drizzle of olive oil (1/2 tbsp) on a potato Sat Fat Saved:2 g The Go-To:A bagel with 2 tbsp cream cheese Smart Swap:1 slice whole-wheat toast with 1 tbsp peanut butter Sat Fat Saved:4 g The Go-To:Filet mignon (beef tenderloin), 3 oz Smart Swap:Top round steak, 3 oz The Go-To:Ranch dressing (2 tbsp) for dipping veggies Smart Swap:Hummus (2 tbsp) for dipping veggies...

October 17, 2012 · 1 min · 185 words · Andrew Joseph

55 Pink Products to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

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. Be Fearless Estee Lauder Evelyn Lauder Dream Pin $12.50EsteeLauder.com20% to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. $10 to BCRF. Think Tank! Ford Warriors in Pink Tank Top, $22;FordCares.com. $10.50 to one of four charities. On My Toes GT-1000 PR sneakers, $100;Asics.com. $75,000 to $100,000 to Right Action for Women....

October 17, 2012 · 4 min · 712 words · Yvonne Johnson

8 Colorful Fall Outfit Ideas

Pants, Kate Spade New York, $258. Top, J.Crew, $250. Coat, See by Chloe. Sunglasses, Ray-Ban, $146. Bracelet, Juicy Couture, $128. Bag, Fendi, $2,260. Scarf (in bag), Echo, $68. Shoes, Truth or Dare by Madonna, $130 Primary School Florals and plaids together? For sure, says thisamazeoutfit! Blouse, $258, and skirt, $548, Marc by Marc Jacobs. Coat, Nanette Lepore, $678. Belt, Ami Clubwear, $18. Dress, Milly, $395. Turtleneck, Cynthia Rowley, $135. Bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $498....

October 17, 2012 · 1 min · 196 words · Kyle Santiago

At-Home Workout to Tone All Over

Your Workout:Do these moves three times a week. Don’t have all of the tools? On Brooke: Sweater, L.L. Slowly return to start for 1 rep. Do 6 reps; switch sides. Slide right leg back into a lunge (as shown). Reverse move for 1 rep. Do 10 reps; switch sides. Stand, drawing elbows back and bringing hands to rib cage. Slowly lower back to start for 1 rep. Do 10 reps; switch sides....

October 17, 2012 · 1 min · 180 words · Jason Lowe

Cancer Prevention Breakthroughs

It all started when Chinese scientists fed rice and veggies to some mice. What to do:Eat the good stuff. Lots of itat least 2 1/2 cups of vegetables and 1 1/2 cups of fruit every day. Be sure to mix things up: Different fruit and vegetables contain different microRNA and cancer-fighting antioxidants. Your perk:Fewer munchies. Produce is full of fiber, which helps keep you full longer, so you eat less....

October 17, 2012 · 2 min · 392 words · Kylie Bray

Confessions of a Food Addict

We were trying to break our addiction to food, using a 12-step program modeled after AA. I promised another I’d call the next day and reminded her to stay strong on her upcoming vacation. Then I walked out the door, got in my car and never saw any of them again. I’d gone through a rough patch a year earlier, right after my wedding. I wasn’t depressed about my new marriage....

October 17, 2012 · 3 min · 588 words · Michelle Johnson