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9 Foods You Might Think Are High in Protein, but Actually Aren’t

Consider them helpful sidekicks to reach your daily goal.

7 Delicious, Filling, and Non-Boring Ways to Use Oats

Not a granola bar in sight.

Here’s How to Submit to the 2025 SELF Pantry Awards

Who’s hungry?

8 Things Food Safety Experts Would Never Do in Their Own Kitchens

Odds are you’re guilty of at least one of them.

A Massive Frozen Waffle Recall Is Underway Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

Dozens of stores and brands are on the list including Target, Kodiak Cakes, Great Value, and Publix.

Here’s What Ginger Ale Can—and Can’t—Do for an Upset Stomach

Experts break down how your sick-day staple measures up to the actual veggie.

Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-to-Eat Meat Products Were Just Recalled Due to Listeria Concerns

Your favorite wrap, salad, or microwave dinner might be at risk.

My Mom Was a Magazine Editor in the ’90s. We’re Finally Talking About What It Did to Our Body Image

For years, Julia Turshen and her mother bonded through diet talk. Now they’re having a different conversation.

The Simple Step That Will Make Microwaved Leftovers Taste Better

Say goodbye to food with a stone-cold center and molten lava surface.

Is Freeze-Dried Fruit ‘Cereal’ a Solid Breakfast? Here’s What a Dietitian Thinks

Find out if the viral TikTok trend has what it takes to be a well-rounded meal.

9 Trader Joe’s Freezer Staples That’ll Make Meal Prep Way Less Daunting

They’re tasty, convenient, and dietitian-approved.

‘Protein Diet Coke’ Is Going Viral, So I Bravely Tried It (for Science)

TikTokers love it, sports dietitians aren’t totally sold, and I found it slightly…unsettling.

The Best Magnesium-Rich Foods to Improve Sleep and Boost Your Muscles

Dark leafy greens aren’t your only option.

WTF Is a ‘Ghost Poop’ and Why Is It Such a Strong Indicator of Your Gut Health?

It’s not as scary as it sounds. In fact, quite the opposite!

That Prebiotic Soda Might Be Causing Your Supremely Smelly Farts

As one expert puts it, intense gas is “a clear symptom of graduating your fiber intake.”

10 Clever Fridge Organizers That Will Change Your Life a Little Bit

Don't let that precious space—or your produce—go to waste.

These High-Protein Pumpkin Pancakes Are the Perfect Fall Breakfast

They’re delightfully autumnal and will help you stay full until lunch.

5 Little Things GI Docs Do Each Day for Better Gut Health

If you want to feel more energized, poop better, and ward off long-term problems, take their advice.

How to Use Lentils to Add Fiber and Protein to Your Favorite Meals and Snacks

These little legumes are cheap, shelf-stable, delicious, and absolutely packed with nutrients.

How to Actually Nourish Yourself If Your Medication Is Killing Your Appetite

This common side effect is more than just a bummer—it can be really bad for your health.