Tasneem Anjarwalla

Istanbul, New York

Editor at Freelance

Managing Editor at Culinary Backstreets

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The Best Gift Ideas of 2023

Dec 26, 2023 | self.com | Malia Griggs |Sara Coughlin |Jessica Kasparian |Tasneem Anjarwalla

By Malia Griggs, Sarah Madaus, and Jessica Kasparian
A Guy With No Women's Basketball Experience Is Now Reportedly the WNBA's Highest-Paid Coach

Nov 6, 2023 | self.com | Tasneem Anjarwalla |Malia Griggs |Jessica Kasparian

The WNBA's Phoenix Mercury hired Nate Tibbetts as its new head coach in October, after a few years of turmoil and a season in which they finished last in the league. Mercury ownership appears to be trying to stress their investment in the franchise, and the hiring of Tibbetts as head coach is meant to be another sign of this commitment.
How to Do the Dumbbell Deadlift Without Wrecking Your Lower Back

Nov 6, 2023 | self.com | Jenny McCoy |Christa Sgobba |Tasneem Anjarwalla |Malia Griggs

Deadlifting is a classic exercise for a reason: It's incredibly functional, and it hits a whole bunch of muscles at once. You don't need a barbell, either: The dumbbell deadlift is actually a more accessible way to ease into this movement pattern-and it still fires up your glutes, hamstrings, back, and core just as effectively. Not familiar with this strength training staple?
If You're Already Dreading Winter, Here's How to Get Ahead of It

Nov 3, 2023 | self.com | Julia Ries |Malia Griggs |Jessica Kasparian |Tasneem Anjarwalla

In January of 2021, I moved from perpetually sunny Los Angeles to Philadelphia (my hometown). After being deprived of distinct seasons for a few years, I was amped to be back on the East Coast: I missed watching the leaves change colors in the fall, layering on sweaters and jackets when the air turned cool and crisp, and, yes, I even craved snow.
I Was Hit by a Car and Paralyzed-But Now I'm Ready to Take On the NYC Marathon

Nov 3, 2023 | self.com | Pam Moore |Malia Griggs |Jessica Kasparian |Tasneem Anjarwalla

On April 20, 2017, Edie Perkins was riding her bike just a couple of miles from her Los Angeles home when a driver making a left turn hit her. Once an elite marathoner and competitive cyclist, Perkins was left paralyzed from the chest down. Now, her mobility limitations-Perkins uses a wheelchair-don't bother her as much as the nerve pain and digestive problems, health issues that often accompany spinal cord injury (SCI).
This Popular Natural Food Coloring Might Come With a Surprising Health Risk

Oct 26, 2023 | self.com | Tasneem Anjarwalla |Ashia Aubourg |Julia Ries |Christine Byrne

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) says that activated charcoal can make all types of oral birth control pills less effective, as well. (When in doubt, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to see if your meds may be affected.)Okay, but can the amount of activated charcoal used for food coloring actually mess with these meds? "Activated charcoal doses of 25 to 100 grams in adults and 10 to 50 grams in children can prevent the absorption of other drugs," Dr. Mersek says.
Hyaluronic Acid Is a Holy Grail Hydrator-Here's How You Should Use It

Oct 26, 2023 | self.com | Melanie Rud |Fatima Fahs |Tasneem Anjarwalla |Ashia Aubourg

We'll get straight to the point: The benefits of hyaluronic acid are undeniable, so if it's not yet part of your skin care routine, you're missing out. And if you're a little intimidated by the word "acid," don't worry; unlike alpha- or beta-hydroxy acids, hyaluronic acid isn't a chemical exfoliant. Rather, it's a (very effective) hydrating ingredient-one that can be combined with a variety of other actives and is safe and effective for pretty much everyone.
How to Do the Dumbbell Row-Plus Some Common Mistakes to Avoid

Oct 23, 2023 | self.com | Jenny McCoy |Christa Sgobba |Tasneem Anjarwalla |Malia Griggs

If you work a desk job or are glued to your smartphone, your posture might take a hit. But adding exercises like the dumbbell row into your weekly workout routine can help you stop slouching and sit up straighter. The row is a great move for counteracting the hunched-forward position that many of us are all too familiar with, and it's a stellar way to target muscles in your back and arms, making it a no-brainer to slot into your usual back workout or go-to upper-body circuit.
Jenna Fischer's Mammogram Selfie Is a Good Reminder for Your 'Ticking Time Bags'

Oct 20, 2023 | self.com | Grace McCarty |Mara Santilli |Tasneem Anjarwalla |Julia Ries

We typically use Instagram to check up on our favorite celebrities-but this week, it felt more like the celebs were using Instagram to check up on us. Ashley Tisdale posted a "mental health checkpoint" for her followers, while Mel Robbins shared a heartfelt video with some tips for getting where you want to go: "Little by little is better than nothing at all." Other celebs shared the routine ways they take care of their bodies, encouraging others to follow suit.
Teva Hurricane XLT2 Sandal Review: My New Go-To Summer Shoes

Aug 1, 2023 | bellinghamherald.com | Tasneem Anjarwalla

Back in high school, my friends would laugh when I’d manage to break a shoe within weeks of buying it. None of us quite knew why it was happening. Were they too cheap? Was there something wrong with my feet? Was I jinxed? This curse followed me into college, until it was lifted by a pair of red Keds. Finally, a shoe I could wear hard all day, every day.