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Explore easy ways to maintain your physical and mental wellbeing while self-isolating.

Fish is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Source: Getty.

Good health

Nuts are in, biscuits are out: Maintain a healthy diet during isolation

It's especially important for people with pre-existing heart conditions to maintain a healthy diet during this time.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Health issues

Keep calm and carry on: Manage coronavirus anxiety

Keep calm and carry on: Manage coronavirus anxiety

It's just as important to look after your mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Meditation can eliminate stress, release feel-good chemicals, and increase relaxation. Source: Getty.

Relationships

In lockdown with your partner? Here’s how to make sure your relationship survives

In lockdown with your partner? Here’s how to make sure your relationship survives

Weeks of self-isolation could make or break your relationship.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

A relationship expert gives her advice on how to keep the peace and remain happy in self-isolation with your partner. Source: Getty

Health

Health insurers urged to scrap April 1 premium hike amid Covid-19 pandemic

Health insurers urged to scrap April 1 premium hike amid Covid-19 pandemic

"We don’t think people should be paying full price when they won't be able to access a full service."

Written byPenelope Pelecas

As of April 1, private health insurance premiums will see an average increase of 2.92 per cent. Source: Getty.

Health issues

Overwhelmed by Covid-19 worries? Here’s how to support your mental health

Overwhelmed by Covid-19 worries? Here’s how to support your mental health

If you're feeling stressed or lonely, remember that we're all in this together.

Written byTamille Head

If you're feeling lonely, reach out for support. Source: Getty

Health

Coronavirus outbreak: The rules to follow if you have to self isolate

Coronavirus outbreak: The rules to follow if you have to self isolate

You want to keep yourself and others safe!

Written byJocelyn Nickels

There are set government guidelines you should follow while in self-isolation. Source: Getty

Tips

Supermarket out of bread? Try this simple slow cooker recipe instead

Supermarket out of bread? Try this simple slow cooker recipe instead

As supermarket shelves continue to be stripped bare of essentials, a Tassie woman shared this simple method for making bread at home.

Written byJessica Galley

The simple recipe was shared on Facebook, as supermarket shelves continue to be stripped bare of the essentials. Source: Facebook/Dannielle Lutrell.

Good health

No gym, no problem! How to stay active while self-isolating

No gym, no problem! How to stay active while self-isolating

Don't waste your days on the couch.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The Heart Foundation has shared their top tips on how you can stay fit and healthy during self-isolation. Source: Getty.

Good health

Simple ways to boost your immune system

Simple ways to boost your immune system

There's no magic food when it comes to preventing or treating viruses, but there are a few things you can do to help strengthen your immune system.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Eating a wide variety of colourful fruits and vegetables can help your immune system fight off illness. Source: Getty.

Tips

From bananas to milk: How to keep your groceries fresh for longer

From bananas to milk: How to keep your groceries fresh for longer

Don't let good food go to waste!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

You can stoping wasting food (and money) by learning a few simple food storage tips. Source: Getty