by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | May 9, 2019 | Mental Focus, Stress Management
As you may already know, “The Urban Monk,” Pedram Shojai, spent some years as a Taoist monk. But what is a Taoist monk? Or for that matter, what is Taoism? Is it a religion? Is it the same as Buddhism? Let’s take a closer look. What Is Taoism Taoism (pronounced... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | May 2, 2019 | Healthy Recipes, Nutrition
Have you ever heard of caraway? If not — it comes as no surprise. Caraway seeds are notorious for being underappreciated and underused in kitchens across the nation. But in my opinion, caraway seeds have a distinct flavor that’s floral, peppery, and extremely... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Apr 30, 2019 | Nutrition
If you’ve ever eaten paella or bouillabaisse, you probably recall the orange-yellow hue and the nutty, sweet spice in the dish. That flavor, which might be hard to pinpoint, was Spanish saffron. Spanish saffron is one of the most distinct looking spices, and it has an... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Apr 23, 2019 | Mental Focus, Nutrition, Stress Management
You might know the old saying, “you are what you eat.” But did you know this statement is true for your body AND your mind? As it turns out, there are actually certain foods, known as calming foods, which may actually help to ease stress hormones (and their symptoms)... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Apr 3, 2019 | Mental Focus
When life gets overwhelming, you have a couple of choices. You can stress and worry about it in the tradition of the Western world. Or, you could turn to the East, and allow yourself to be guided by the ancient (and infinitely wiser) insight of zen principles. What is... 