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Ocean Robbins – The Food Revolution

Introduction Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Ocean Robbins, CEO and co-founder of the Food Revolution Network. A leading advocate for healthy, sustainable, and ethical food systems, Ocean continues the legacy of his father, John Robbins, in promoting plant-based diets, sustainable farming, and food system reform.

The Influence of Family Legacy Ocean shares his family’s background, highlighting his grandfather's founding of Baskin-Robbins and his father's decision to leave the ice cream empire for a healthier lifestyle. His father’s book, Diet for a New America, inspired change, even within their own family. Ocean recounts how his grandfather reversed diabetes and heart disease through dietary changes, living 19 more years in good health.

Founding the Food Revolution Network Ocean co-founded the Food Revolution Network in 2012 to educate people on the benefits of a plant-based diet and ethical food choices. The organization offers online summits, courses, a blog, and a coaching certification to help individuals make informed food decisions. Ocean emphasizes the power of food in preventing chronic diseases and lowering healthcare costs.

Practical Steps for Healthier Eating Ocean outlines simple, actionable steps to transition to a healthier diet:

• Reduce sugar and processed foods.
• Eat fewer animal products, especially from factory farms.
• Increase intake of whole plant foods.
• Choose organic, local, and fair-trade food when possible.
• Avoid buying unhealthy foods to prevent temptation.
• Replace unhealthy snacks with nutrient-dense options like vegetables and hummus.

Making Ethical and Sustainable Food Choices Ocean discusses how food choices impact the environment. He explains how plant-based diets conserve water and land while reducing pollution. Key points include:

• 83% of agricultural land is used for animal farming but provides only 18% of calories.
• A pound of beef requires 1,850 gallons of water, while a pound of tofu requires 350 gallons.
• Eating lower on the food chain reduces waste and supports biodiversity.

The Role of Young People in Social Change Ocean encourages young people to take action, emphasizing that activism fosters hope. He highlights the urgency of climate change and urges individuals to challenge the status quo. Young people, he believes, play a critical role in shaping a more sustainable future.

Leadership and the Food Revolution As a member of Jack Canfield’s Transformational Leadership Council, Ocean advocates for servant leadership. He promotes:

• A co-creative and innovative leadership approach.
• Continuous learning and feedback loops to drive positive change.
• Respect and curiosity as essential leadership qualities.

Living a Fantastic Life Ocean shares his philosophy on living fully, emphasizing:

• The importance of self-care and purposeful action.
• The balance between challenge and rest.
• The joy of making a positive impact. Dr. Lycka praises Ocean’s perspective, ranking his response among the best he has heard on the show.

How to Get Involved in the Food Revolution Ocean encourages listeners to make small, consistent changes in their diets. He suggests replacing processed food with whole, plant-based options and surrounding oneself with healthy choices. His latest book, Powered by Plants, offers quick, nutritious recipes to support a thriving lifestyle.

BIO:

Ocean Robbins is a leading advocate for healthy, sustainable, and ethical food systems, serving as the CEO and co-founder of the Food Revolution Network. Following in the footsteps of his father, John Robbins, he champions plant-based diets, sustainable farming, and food system reform. A former youth activist and author, he inspires global change through education and conscious eating.

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