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 | 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... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Oct 9, 2018 | Mental Focus, Stress Management
You’ve probably come across sage in your spice cabinet, or maybe you’ve even grown it in a pot? But did you know sage has far more uses than just cooking? Burning sage is one such use, and it’s steeped in some pretty ancient traditions. In fact, if you’ve ever... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Sep 4, 2018 | Mental Focus, Nutrition
Did you know that coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world, only matched by water and tea? And, according to studies, 90 percent of adults in North America consume some form of caffeine on a daily basis, whether it’s caffeine in coffee or... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Aug 21, 2018 | Mental Focus, Stress Management
Do you rush through life, juggling more than is healthy? You’re not alone. Many people focus on the needs of others while continuously neglecting their own. But you can only push yourself so far before your body and mind rebel, making you stressed out, anxious, and... 