Evangeline Mantzioris

Do You Need to Wash Rice Before Cooking?

June 23, 2024 by Evangeline Mantzioris - Reading Time: 6 minutes

Rice is a staple food for billions of people in Asia and Africa. It’s also a versatile ingredient for many iconic dishes from around the world, including dolmades from Greece, risottos from Italy, paella from Spain and rice puddings from the United Kingdom. Despite its universal appeal, the question asked in every kitchen, be it […]

Do Athletes Really Need Protein Supplements?

March 19, 2023 by Evangeline Mantzioris - Reading Time: 5 minutes

Protein supplements for athletes are literally sold by the bucketful. The marketing that accompanies them persistently promotes the attainment of buff biceps and six-pack abs. In 2021 the protein supplement market in the US was valued at 2.1 billion US Dollars, and is predicted to keep growing by about 8% per year. But do athletes […]

Why you Should Eat a Rainbow of Fruits and Vegetables

December 4, 2022 by Evangeline Mantzioris - Reading Time: 7 minutes

Nutritionists will tell you to eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables. This isn’t just because it looks nice on the plate. Each color signifies different nutrients our body needs. The nutrients found in plant foods are broadly referred to as phytonutrients. There are at least 5,000 known phytonutrients, and probably many more. So what […]