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: August

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: May

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: October

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

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

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