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Food and Nutrition
“Cooking is at once child’s play and adult joy. And cooking done with care is an act of love.”
Craig Claiborne
Nutrition for Healthy Longevity
Browse delicious recipes, find handy tips, and even enjoy online cooking classes!
Recipes
Sick of the same old chicken? BBC Good Food has more than 7,000 tested recipes to browse. You’re sure to find the perfect dish!
Love cooking but not quite a master chef? Choose from over 16,000 free recipes created by home cooks with Australia’s best recipes.
Try recipes from around the world, cook up a storm with your favourite ingredients or be inspired by leading chefs with The Guardian.
Try heart healthy recipes like this delicious almond & oat crusted salmon from the National Heart Foundation of Australia.
Online Cooking Classes
Massimo Bottura, master chef behind Osteria Francescana has been going live on Instagram for “Kitchen Quarantine”.
Have you ever wanted to cook with one of Australia's best chefs, Maggie Beer? Now you can for free through Facebook.
Your own cooking school in your own home. Find classes for beginner cooks and experienced chefs, via Tastemade.
Keen to learn a new cooking skill? Just scroll through BBC Food Techniques and learn from the very thorough videos produced by the BBC.
Be Inspired
Enjoy TED talks — from chefs, farmers, restaurant owners, cookbook writers and foodies — that celebrate all things edible.
Interested in food but a terrible cook? Why not learn more about food by listening to podcasts? There’s 100’s to choose from.
Explore the world of food, meet unique characters and pick up a trick or two along the way with YouTube videos.
Keen to learn more about how food can keep your brain sharp and help you ‘cheat’ ageing? Dietitian Ngaire Hobbins can help.
Trusted Support and Advice
The Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) is the nation’s leading voice in nutrition. They can offer nutrition advice and support.
Be informed on the latest global policies, targets, publications, trends and news with the World Health Organisation.
The Australian Government Department of Health has resources like the Australian Dietary Guidelines to help you choose the right foods.
The Heart Foundation Helpline provides free personalised information and support on heart health, nutrition and lifestyle.
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Health & Wellbeing
Isolation can be stressful and impact our mental health and wellbeing. However, there are trusted resources to support you.
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COVID Information
Access the latest COVID-19 news and information including WHO updates, tips on how to stay safe and resources in your language.
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Physical Activity
It’s hard to find motivation to be active when stuck at home but there are no more excuses with these fun activities and classes.
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Work & e-Learning
Looking to learn a new skill, study online, participate in Telehealth or discover more about technology that can make life easier? You’re in the right place!
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Social Connection
Social distancing has meant we are more separated than ever before but there are ways to stay connected to your loved ones and community.
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