Paola Magni

Digital Editor

In LifeGate I’ve turned my passions (ecology and natural nutrition) into a career. I think divulgation generates consciousness and eating good, seasonal and unprocessed food is one of the most satisfying ways for me to connect to the environment. Something about me? I’m not vegetarian, I have two kids, Diego and Naima, I drive a Prius and I’m about to finish reading “L’ultima riga delle favole” by Massimo Gramellini.

Favourite quote:

“How do I explain to my wife that when I look out the window I'm working?” (Joseph Conrad)

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Fruits and vegetables in season by month: September

Among the foods in season in September are grapes, a precious, tasty and healthy fruit. Here’s a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables to eat and buy this month.

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Fruits and vegetables in season by month: August

At this time of the year fresh and juicy watermelon is one of the most versatile fruit that can be used to prepare savoury and refreshing dishes. To conclude a summer dinner there is nothing better than a watermelon sorbet: blend the watermelon with some acacia honey and put it into the freezer; add a

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: June

What fruits and vegetables are in season in June? Among other things, apricots. Here’s a list of seasonal foods to buy and eat this month.

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: May

Strawberries are rich with vitamin C (even more than oranges), contain vitamin B, E, and K and several mineral salts, including iron, sodium, phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, and potassium. They have remineralising, bactericidal, antiviral, tonifying and freshening properties; help liver and nervous system to keep their balance and strengthen the immune system. What’s important, though, is

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: April

Your April’s seasonal groceries should include spring vegetables like asparagus, peas and broad beans. Here’s the list of what’s in season this month.

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: January

What fruits and vegetables are in season in Winter? January means citrus fruits, the best source of vitamin C during cold days. Here’s the list of all seasonal foods to eat and buy this month.

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: December

December means Winter holidays and feasts. To not exagerate with food, here’s a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables to eat and buy in December.

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: November

For a colourful and sustainable autumn, here’s a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables to eat and buy in November.

Fruits and vegetables in season by month: October

To us, October means mushrooms. We suggest an original and elegant recipe: boletus salad with dill. Serve it as a starter with rye bread. Preparation is simple: just sliced fresh mushrooms with fresh dill, chives, extra virgin olive oil and salt, garnished with a few pomegranate grains. Another food that ripens in October is the winter

10 unmissable foods in season in September

Eating seasonal fruits and vegetables is crucial for our health and that of the environment. Following their natural life cycle, fruits and vegetables have more nutrients and active substances, along with more intense taste and aroma. Here’s a list of the best foods in season in September. Figs Now it’s time for “forniti” figs that

7 foods that help you sleep

Our eating habits influence our sleep. Here’s a list of 7 foods that facilitate sleeping according to experts, described by Melissa Breyer on treehugger.com. 1 Cherry juice Researchers of Louisiana State University found that adults with insomnia who were told to drink cherry juice twice a day for two weeks slept 84 minutes more in 14 days