Doctors share the lifestyle behaviors and nutrients that may help to improve egg quality and boost fertility, and explain how they might be beneficial.

Diabetes Self-Management

17.04.2025

Is It a UTI or Is It Actually Interstitial Cystitis, a.k.a. Bladder Pain Syndrome? | SELF

It can be hard to tell whether you have a UTI or interstitial cystitis. Experts explain the difference and how interstitial cystitis is diagnosed and treated.

Diabetes Self-Management

16.04.2025

14 OTC Allergy Treatments to Make Spring Less Miserable | SELF

From tissues to nasal spray to tea, we all have our go-to OTC allergy treatments to get us through spring. Shop our editors’ faves now.

Diabetes Self-Management

16.04.2025

I Wasn’t Prepared for the Physical Effects of Grief After My Father’s Death | SELF

It’s one of the most glaring examples of the mind-body connection. Here’s why we feel physical effects of grief, and what you can do to ease them.

Diabetes Self-Management

15.04.2025

6 Little Things Therapists Do to Stay Calm When Everything Feels Uncertain | SELF

Yes, even mental health pros have to actively cope with all the chaos that’s going on in the world. Here are some of their best tips to stay calm.

Diabetes Self-Management

12.04.2025

6 Best Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis in 2025 | SELF

Shop the best insoles for plantar fasciitis from Superfeet, PowerStep, and more—then find out which insert is the best for you, according to podiatrists.

Diabetes Self-Management

11.04.2025

Olivia Munn on Her Surrogacy: ‘I Needed to Go This Route’ | SELF

The actor is confident in her “aggressive” approach to breast cancer treatment—even if it meant she couldn't carry her second child, Méi.

Diabetes Self-Management

10.04.2025

I Had Postpartum Preeclampsia Like Meghan Markle. Here’s What It Was Like | SELF

Postpartum preeclampsia causes a dangerous spike in blood pressure after giving birth. We asked experts to explain what you need to know.

Diabetes Self-Management

09.04.2025

What Is Amniotic Fluid Embolism? All About the Rare Pregnancy Complication Influencer ‘Nurse Hailey’ Died From | SELF

Amniotic fluid embolism is very rare, but it has a high mortality rate. Learn the risk factors and warning signs to keep in mind.

Diabetes Self-Management

08.04.2025

The Best Foods to Heal Your Gut After Taking Antibiotics | SELF

Your GI tract can sometimes be an unintended victim of these life-saving meds. Eat these foods to help heal your gut after antibiotics.

Diabetes Self-Management

05.04.2025

How to ‘Reparent’ Your Inner Child | SELF

Learning how to reparent your inner child isn’t just a TikTok trend—it’s a legit technique that therapists swear by.

Diabetes Self-Management

04.04.2025

Can Tongue Scraping Really Cure Bad Breath? | SELF

Tongue scraping has recently gone viral, but the practice has ancient roots in Ayurvedic medicine. We asked dentists to explain the benefits.

Diabetes Self-Management

03.04.2025

Spring Allergies Are Back…With a Vengeance. Here’s How to Deal | SELF

Experts explain why pollen season is arriving earlier than usual and how to deal with the spring allergies that come along with it.

Diabetes Self-Management

01.04.2025

So You Just Missed Your Period But You’re Not Pregnant. Here’s What Might Be Going On | SELF

Lifestyle factors, medication changes, and health issues can all cause a missed period when you’re not pregnant. Ob-gyns share why and when to seek out care.

Diabetes Self-Management

01.04.2025

Snooze Better and Longer With Our Favorite Sleep Trackers | SELF

The best sleep trackers we've tested are from Oura, Fitbit, and Garmin. Read all about how they can improve your sleep and shop our winners here.

Diabetes Self-Management

29.03.2025

Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Facial Asymmetry? | SELF

We asked dermatologists to debunk the TikTok myth and answer: Does sleeping on your side cause facial asymmetry?

Diabetes Self-Management

28.03.2025

5 Types of Toxic In-Laws—and How to Deal With Each | SELF

Dealing with toxic in-laws can be tricky, which is why SELF asked therapists to share the best strategies for handling different types of difficult parents.

Diabetes Self-Management

27.03.2025

‘Spring Anxiety’ Is Real—Here’s How to Handle It | SELF

If the transition out of winter makes you feel restless, overwhelmed, or on edge, you’re not alone. Experts share why this happens and how to deal.

Diabetes Self-Management

27.03.2025

How Should SELF Talk About Weight in the Age of Ozempic? | SELF

The body positivity movement failed. As a health brand, it’s our responsibility to shape what comes next.

Diabetes Self-Management

27.03.2025

‘Worry Windows’ Got Me Through One of My Most Stressful Years | SELF

Worry windows—or scheduled time to stress—might feel unnatural, but experts recommend them for a reason.

Diabetes Self-Management

27.03.2025

Remi Bader on the Surgery That Changed Her Life | SELF

Desperate to find her version of healthy, plus-size influencer Remi Bader lost weight—a lot of it. But nothing is as perfect as it looks on social media.

Diabetes Self-Management

27.03.2025

The Science on Weight and Health Is More Complicated Than You Think | SELF

There’s a lot that people—including health care professionals—get wrong about the connection.

Diabetes Self-Management

25.03.2025

6 Little Things Sleep Doctors Actually Do Every Day for Better Shut-Eye | SELF

We asked sleep experts what sleep advice they actually follow themselves. Bookmark this list for when you could use some snooze support.

Diabetes Self-Management

22.03.2025

Why ‘Releasing Your Anger’ Could Backfire | SELF

Turns out, all that yelling, rage running, and blowing off steam might be fueling the fire, not releasing anger.

Diabetes Self-Management

22.03.2025

Anxiety, Dry Eye, and Joint Pain: Perimenopause Symptoms That Are Too Easy to Ignore | SELF

Perimenopause can bring a ton of unexpected changes, thanks to hormonal shifts. Here are the perimenopause symptoms women often mistake for something else.

Diabetes Self-Management

20.03.2025

4 Ways ADHD May Affect Your Eating Habits—and How to Get Back on Track | SELF

Experts explain the connection between ADHD and disordered eating and offer tips to repair your relationship with food and improve your well-being.

Diabetes Self-Management

18.03.2025

How to Prevent UTIs If You Just Keep Getting Them | SELF

Doctors share how to prevent UTIs if you’re prone to them, why you might be getting so many urinary tract infections, and how to finally find relief.

Diabetes Self-Management

15.03.2025

5 Reasons Therapy ‘Didn’t Work’ for You | SELF

If you’re wondering why therapy didn’t work for you, you're not alone. Here are a few common reasons—that have nothing to do with your "brokenness."

Diabetes Self-Management

15.03.2025

Want Better Sleep? Start With Cozy, Sweat-Wicking Bedding | SELF

The best bed sheet sets are soft, breathable, and made of fabrics like organic cotton, bamboo, and linen. We tested tons—shop our winners right here.

Diabetes Self-Management

14.03.2025

What’s the Difference Between Impulsive vs. Intrusive Thoughts? | SELF

They sound similar, but there’s a subtle difference between impulsive vs. intrusive thoughts. SELF asked psychologists to break down four key distinctions.

Diabetes Self-Management

14.03.2025

Access to Compounded GLP-1s Is Drying Up. Here’s What to Know About the Copycat Weight-Loss Drugs. | SELF

Recent FDA changes are limiting the legal availability of compounded glp-1s. Here’s what to know and how they differ from brand-name drugs.

Diabetes Self-Management

14.03.2025

Here's When to Be Concerned About a Headache, According to Doctors | SELF

Headaches are usually NBD, but sometimes they can signal a health issue, like a blood clot or tumor. Here are signs to look out for and when to be concerned.

Diabetes Self-Management

13.03.2025

Is There an HPV Vaccine Age Limit—and How Effective Is It for Adults? | SELF

A decrease in cervical precancer rates shows how effective the HPV vaccine is when given before age 26. But should you get it as an adult? Experts explain.

Diabetes Self-Management

12.03.2025

What Does Estrogen Do in the Brain? A Lot More Than You Might Think | SELF

Long considered solely a “sex hormone,” the boons of estrogen in the brain are many, with impacts on cognition, memory, mood, dementia risk, and more.

Diabetes Self-Management

11.03.2025

These Brands Secretly Dropped Major Sleep Week Sales | SELF

We found some of the best Sleep Week deals from top brands like Cozy Earth, Brooklinen, and more. Shop them all (including a SELF exclusive!) here.

Diabetes Self-Management

08.03.2025

6 Bad Habits for Your Pelvic Floor Experts Are Begging You to Break | SELF

Pelvic floor physical therapists share common bad habits for your pelvic floor, why these behaviors can cause damage over time, and what to do instead.

Diabetes Self-Management

07.03.2025

Turns Out, a Knee Pillow Might Be the Back Pain Fix You Need | SELF

We tested some of the biggest brands’ top-selling knee pillows to find the best options for side sleepers and people who deal with annoying back pain.

Diabetes Self-Management

06.03.2025

What Is Functional Medicine—and Should You Ever Try It? | SELF

Functional medicine is growing in popularity, but there are some major red flags to watch out for.

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7 Women Share Their Remedies for Perimenopause Symptoms | SELF

Should Family Members See the Same Therapist? | SELF

How Can You Improve Your Egg Quality for Better Fertility? | SELF

Is It a UTI or Is It Actually Interstitial Cystitis, a.k.a. Bladder Pain Syndrome? | SELF

14 OTC Allergy Treatments to Make Spring Less Miserable | SELF

I Wasn’t Prepared for the Physical Effects of Grief After My Father’s Death | SELF

6 Little Things Therapists Do to Stay Calm When Everything Feels Uncertain | SELF

6 Best Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis in 2025 | SELF

Olivia Munn on Her Surrogacy: ‘I Needed to Go This Route’ | SELF

I Had Postpartum Preeclampsia Like Meghan Markle. Here’s What It Was Like | SELF

What Is Amniotic Fluid Embolism? All About the Rare Pregnancy Complication Influencer ‘Nurse Hailey’ Died From | SELF

The Best Foods to Heal Your Gut After Taking Antibiotics | SELF

How to ‘Reparent’ Your Inner Child | SELF

Can Tongue Scraping Really Cure Bad Breath? | SELF

Spring Allergies Are Back…With a Vengeance. Here’s How to Deal | SELF

So You Just Missed Your Period But You’re Not Pregnant. Here’s What Might Be Going On | SELF

Snooze Better and Longer With Our Favorite Sleep Trackers | SELF

Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Facial Asymmetry? | SELF

5 Types of Toxic In-Laws—and How to Deal With Each | SELF

‘Spring Anxiety’ Is Real—Here’s How to Handle It | SELF

How Should SELF Talk About Weight in the Age of Ozempic? | SELF

‘Worry Windows’ Got Me Through One of My Most Stressful Years | SELF

Remi Bader on the Surgery That Changed Her Life | SELF

The Science on Weight and Health Is More Complicated Than You Think | SELF

6 Little Things Sleep Doctors Actually Do Every Day for Better Shut-Eye | SELF

Why ‘Releasing Your Anger’ Could Backfire | SELF

Anxiety, Dry Eye, and Joint Pain: Perimenopause Symptoms That Are Too Easy to Ignore | SELF

4 Ways ADHD May Affect Your Eating Habits—and How to Get Back on Track | SELF

How to Prevent UTIs If You Just Keep Getting Them | SELF

5 Reasons Therapy ‘Didn’t Work’ for You | SELF

Want Better Sleep? Start With Cozy, Sweat-Wicking Bedding | SELF

What’s the Difference Between Impulsive vs. Intrusive Thoughts? | SELF

Access to Compounded GLP-1s Is Drying Up. Here’s What to Know About the Copycat Weight-Loss Drugs. | SELF

Here's When to Be Concerned About a Headache, According to Doctors | SELF

Is There an HPV Vaccine Age Limit—and How Effective Is It for Adults? | SELF

What Does Estrogen Do in the Brain? A Lot More Than You Might Think | SELF

These Brands Secretly Dropped Major Sleep Week Sales | SELF

6 Bad Habits for Your Pelvic Floor Experts Are Begging You to Break | SELF

Turns Out, a Knee Pillow Might Be the Back Pain Fix You Need | SELF

What Is Functional Medicine—and Should You Ever Try It? | SELF

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