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 | Mar 19, 2019 | Nutrition
When you read or hear about the wonders of probiotic foods, a little drink known as “kombucha” always seems to pop up, along with the more familiar yogurt and sauerkraut. But… What is kombucha, exactly? Does it taste any good? Can you make your own? Kombucha is... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Feb 5, 2019 | Nutrition
The holiday food pyramid usually involves a less-than-healthy dose of cookies, candies, cakes, and desserts of all kinds. By the time winter is over, you probably feel like you’ve had enough sugar to last you a whole year – and you probably have! With that in mind;... 
by Urban Monk Nutrition Team | Jan 29, 2019 | Nutrition
If you’re a fan of kombucha then you may already know a little about the kombucha SCOBY or “mother.” But did you know that there are actually different kinds of SCOBY? If you’re new to this probiotic health drink – never fear – we’re going to examine this phenomenon... 