Caroline Tien
Caroline Tien is SELF’s nutrition and fitness writer. Prior to joining SELF in 2024, she worked at Hearst Connecticut Media Group, The San Antonio Express-News, and Newsweek. Her health and wellness writing has also appeared in a variety of other publications, including Greatist, Inverse, Verywell Health, and The Zoe Report. Originally from Rhode Island, she now lives in New York City and loves exploring the five boroughs.
Nutrition
This High-Protein, High-Fiber Greek Yogurt Bowl Is The Perfect 10-Minute Lunch
Fresh, filling, and tastes way fancier than its simple prep suggests.
Nutrition
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Gut Microbiome
You could see changes in your mood, sleep, and energy levels, to name a few potential perks.
Nutrition
7 Subtle Signs Your Gut Microbiome Is Asking for Help
Diarrhea and bloating aren’t the only clues.
Cooking
A Day in the Life of Whitney Leavitt’s Private Chef
Keegan McManus, known as @kdmkitchen on Instagram, is stepping up to the plate.
Nutrition
Here’s Why You Feel So Much Hungrier in the Winter
Natural seasonal shift or sign of a larger issue? Here’s how to tell.
Nutrition
10 High-Magnesium Foods for Better Sleep and Stronger Bones
Not sold on the idea of a supplement before bed? Try these instead.
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Entertainment
Celebs Are Cashing In on Protein
Makeup and skin care are out; bars, shakes, and powders are in.
Health
3 Ways to Boost Your Vitamin D Levels This Winter
This time of year, temps aren’t the only thing in free fall.
Nutrition
The 4 Reasons You Crave Sugar, According to Experts
Lusting after sweets is a universal experience—so we set to find out why.
Nutrition
12 High-Protein Veggies to Try If You Just Can’t Take Any More Beans
You have more options than you might think.
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Nutrition
The 7 Best Foods to Fight Inflammation
Inflammation is associated with most chronic diseases—but your diet can make a difference.
Nutrition
8 Nutrition Mistakes Hurting Your Gut Microbiome
This little ecosystem has massive implications for your overall health.
Nutrition
Fermented Foods Are Great for Gut Health. Here are 8 of the Best.
Your microbiome will thank you.
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Fitness
The DWTS Workout Lindsay Arnold Used to Compete for 10 Seasons
How the pro dancer prepped to pull off those intense numbers.
Nutrition
7 Ways to Use Cottage Cheese to Add Protein to Any Dish
As one RD says, the sky’s the limit with this versatile ingredient.
Nutrition
Your Food Order Matters. Here’s How to Do It Right.
Take it from the Glucose Goddess herself.
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Nutrition
More Fiber? More Protein? Here’s What Experts Think of These Dueling Food Trends
One meets an actual need, whereas the other…doesn’t.
Nutrition
This Everyday Ingredient Could Be Aging Your Skin Faster
Thankfully, there are ways to reverse the effects.
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Herd mentality
Colostrum Supplements Are Everywhere—but Are the Health Claims Legit?
Lemme’s new colostrum gummies had us wondering about the science behind this wellness fad.
Fitness
Is Working Out Just Once a Week Worth It?
It’s easy to wonder if you should even bother, but experts say there’s a clear answer.