September diet:
The September seasonal Fruits and Vegetables table will give you details on what to include in your diet this month.
This month, after enjoying a nice summer, kids are starting back school and we should get ready for the cold months.
We can still enjoy nice days. For marathon runners, we are in the specific training plan for the Autumn marathon. The higher mileage run in training means the calories need will increase during the next months. Imagine how ungry a runner is after a long run of more than two hours.
Grape harvest season:
In European countries, September is the main month of the grape harvest. Roughly 175 million hectoliters are produced each year in Europe. The major part of the grapes are harvested in France, Italy and Spain.
The cows spent the summer in the mountains, and the fresh cheeses are just available in our local markets or local cheese shops.
Mix these two ingredients, with local honey, grissini (breadsticks), crackers, cured meat, nuts, olives to create a lovely cheese plater:
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables:
September is the month when we have fresh brussel sprouts and peppers. They will add colours in your receipes.
Apples and pears are ideal to bring in your backpack and to prepare tasty tarts.
Nutrients for the body:
Our bodies need good nutrients to work / perform well. By eating fruits and vegetables which are in season, ensures we get the best quality nutrients.
September table:
Please find below, the table of September seasonal Fruits and Vegetables:
