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Michelle Pickens, 30, was 23 when she was diagnosed withCrohns diseasein 2015. In Pickens case, it was a long time coming. To make things more difficult, doctors told Pickens that anxiety was causing her health issues. Ariel Davis Heres her story, as told to health writer Claire Gillespie. I saw quite a few doctors before I finally got my diagnosis. A couple of months later, I found my current gastroenterologists office and was officiallydiagnosed with Crohns disease....

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. Read on to rescue your feet from the winter chill and kiss your icy toes goodbye. 10'000 Hours via Getty Images Their ultrasoft wool composition allows them to keep your feet warm without overheating. Available in sizes S to XL. They have targeted cushioning for long-lasting comfort, and are designed to preventchafingand blisters....

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. To help you parse through all the options, weve curated a list of the very best products. Courtesy of brands/Wesley Hall (And if these arent quite what youre looking for, weve got even more great options below.) Grab the 2nd Gen if noise cancellation helps you focustheyre better at blocking out distracting sounds than older versions....

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. A Little Better is a column about showing up for yourself and your people. Hunter French / SELF The cover of the book features a black-and-white photo of a bird being fed with a spoon. / And have you too finally figured out what beauty is for?...

These days, it applies to a much larger chunk of the workforce. It means not needing to spend $12-plus on takeout or figure out something to pack the night before. It means you have your entire kitchen at your disposal. Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Amy Elise Wilson for Laird and Good Company. Food styling by Pearl Jones for Ashley Klinger & Co. And it means no more sad desk lunch....

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. After all, larger bodies deserve to feel sexy inlingerietoo. Courtesy of brands / Amanda K Bailey Plus-size people, especially plus-size women, are no strangers to this punch in of thinking. We hear again and again that bigger bodies are not sexy. Historically, a plus-size woman doesnt get to be in fashion shows....

Getting sidelined from training sucks, no doubt. That is, if we are willing to truly listen and learn what theyre telling us. Injuries expose our weaknesses, both physical and mental, and encourage our vulnerabilities to come to light. Getty Images / Patcharanan Worrapatchareeroj Opportunities to step back, reassess, and move smarter abound. But lets be honest: you’ve got the option to do everything right and sometimes shit happens. I hope you never get injured....

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. What is hard waterand how can it affect your hair? Tatiana via Getty Images Meanwhile, your scalp might feel dry and itchy, Dr. Marcus says. Mineral buildup can also make it harder forshampoosand other hair care products to perform well. (Talk about a vicious cycle....

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. Finding the best vacuum sealer is handy formeal prepping, stocking up on grocery store sales, or freezingleftovers. Courtesy of brands/Wesley Hall How does this convenientkitchen appliancework? It uses a vacuum system to create an airtight seal around food items. Plus, I like to buy value packs of protein and create smaller portions to freeze for later use....

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. For more present picks, check out all of thebest gift ideas of 2023. Courtesy of the brands / Amanda K Bailey Paper Emporium Co. The fact that it comes in a whopping two dozen color options certainly doesnt hurt, either. Anthropologie Monogram Nails Give the home decor enthusiast in your life some simple, sleek wall art....

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. If there ever was something worthy of celebration, its that. Courtesy of publishers/Amanda K Bailey There are, after all, so many different types of love worth acknowledging and celebrating this Valentines Day. Here are my recommendations for books that showcase a range of passionslikefood, friendship, and even clothes....

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. For more present picks, check out all of thebest gift ideas of 2023. Courtesy of the brands / Wesley Hall I was studying creative nonfiction and dead set on starting my writing career in New York. It felt personal, thoughtful, and not-over-the top, and Ill likely have it forever....

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. Weight benches provide support while you target your muscles tobuild strengthand endurance. Courtesy of brand/Amanda Bailey flat-incline-decline weight benches), and Olympic weight benches. Weight benches are an essential piece of home gym equipment. Benches are also useful for unilateral exercises likeBulgarian split squats, single-arm rows, and leaning lateral raises....