SELF
Does Pilates ‘Count’ as Strength Training?
The workout has tons of benefits—but let’s clear up some misconceptions first.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
What Is a Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Score—And Should I Get One?
Olivia Munn, who just revealed she had a double mastectomy, said the test “saved my life.”
By Korin Miller
Bindi Irwin on Her Endometriosis: ‘I Was Constantly in Pain With No Answers’
The 25-year-old conservationist struggled with depression as doctors continually dismissed her symptoms.
By Jenna Ryu
23 Crackers, Chips, Bars, and Snacky Things That Will Truly Satisfy and Delight You
We tested hundreds of packaged goodies to find these 2024 SELF Pantry Award winners.By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
24 Sauces, Spreads, Oils, and Condiments That Will Make Your Guests Say ‘Yes, Chef’
These Pantry Award winners are the easiest way to liven up any dish.By Sara Coughlin
28 Pantry Staples That Make Feeding Yourself Feel Less Like a Chore
Let our award-winning picks do the heavy lifting for you.By Grace McCarty
It’s Time to Overcome Your Fear of Tinned Fish
It’s convenient, cost-effective, and a nutritional powerhouse.By Audrey Bruno
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My Doctors Said I Had a Hemorrhoid—But It Was Actually Cancer. Here Are the Signs They Missed
“Just eat more fruits and vegetables,” one told me.
By Julia Ries
Life
What You Should—And Shouldn’t—Say to a Friend Going Through a Major Illness
It’s perfectly okay (encouraged, even!) to admit you’re at a total loss for words.
By Jenna Ryu
‘Dead Weight: Essays on Hunger and Harm’ Is Our March SELF Well-Read Book Club Pick
Author Emmeline Clein explores the near impossibility of having a positive body image today.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
12 Benefits of Strength Training That Go Beyond Building Muscle
Whether you prefer dumbbells, barbells, or your bodyweight, you’ll reap some surprising rewards.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
How to Tell If Your Lash Extensions Have Caused a Crusty Outbreak of Face Mites
Dryness, flakiness, and redness can be signs of unwanted guests.
By Ali Finney
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These tips can make a sad, soggy lunch more filling and fun—and some take literal seconds.
By Audrey Bruno
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If you’re seeing silver, don’t freak out.
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The Best Night Creams, According to Dermatologists
Whether you're in the market for a soothing mask, nourishing moisturizer, or super-effective retinol serum.
By Daisy Maldonado and Sara Coughlin
Store-Bought Sauce Is the Secret to Not-Boring, Healthy Weeknight Meals
There’s no shame in opening a bottle, dumping it in the pan, and calling it a day.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
8 Healthy and Delicious ‘Recipes’ You Can Quickly Throw Together
These simple combos are high-flavor and low-effort.
By Christine Byrne, MPH, RD
There Are So Many Meal Kit Options. Here Are the Ones Actually Worth Trying
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By Meg Lappe, C.P.T., Kristi Kellogg, Sara Coughlin, and Malia Griggs
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We Tasted More Than 530 Items for the 2024 Pantry Awards—Here’s How We Chose the Winners
Inside the office snack sessions, feats of logistics, and heated debates that led us to crown our favorites.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
Love
The One Thing You Should Never Do When Your Partner Is Annoying You
If you actually want them to change their ways, you have to be strategic.
By Jenna Ryu
Health
That Study About Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Acne Products Has Some Serious Flaws
It wasn’t published in a peer-reviewed journal, and the lab’s practices have been questioned in the past.
By Jessica Chia
3 Things to Do If You Can’t Resist Your Stupid Little Phone Before Bed
Might we suggest putting a rubber band around it?
By Julia Ries
What to Do If Migraine Attacks Are Messing With Your Sleep
Waking up to throbbing pain is an actual nightmare.
By Carolyn L. Todd
SZA Said She Got Her Breast Implants Removed Because ‘They Ended Up Hurting Me’
Fibrosis and a family history of breast cancer played a role in her decision.
By Korin Miller
I’m a 34-Year-Old With Colorectal Cancer. Here Are the Early Signs I Wish I Hadn’t Ignored
A dull pain that comes and goes periodically is easy to explain away when you’re young and feel invincible.
By Julia Ries
10 Cute and Functional Fanny Packs for Hands-Free Adventures
Whether you're going for a jog, dancing at a concert, or running errands.
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By Jessica Kasparian
3 Simple Ways to Make Daylight Saving Time Feel Less Awful
Everybody gird your loins: We’re losing an hour of sleep on Sunday.
By Korin Miller