Health Care Industry

Grapefruit was once one of the most popular fruits, thanks to several fad diets of the last century. Then, the medical establishment began warning that eating grapefruit could interfere with prescription drugs in potentially dangerous ways. So what’s the truth about grapefruit: health savior or health villain? In this article, we explore the real health benefits and risks of this iconic citrus fruit.

Many people are most familiar with lab tests as something their doctor orders. But did you know that you can order your own tests? Here’s when, why, and what to consider when it comes to lab tests and taking back the power to manage and improve your health.

The word malnutrition is most often used to describe diets that are deficient in calories or essential nutrients. Chances are you’ve heard it used in that context — associated with starvation and extreme poverty. But that is only one side of malnutrition…

Food Revolution Network CEO, Ocean Robbins, sits down with Drs. Rupa Marya and Raj Patel, authors of Inflamed: Deep Medicine and the Anatomy of Injustice, and co-founders of Deep Medicine Circle, for a heartening look at how deep medicine can help to heal our lives, society, and world.

In this video interview, Dr. Sean Hashmi of Kaiser Permanente sits down with Ocean Robbins to discuss his experience as a kidney specialist, his mission to change the culture of medicine, and the importance of treating root causes of disease — not just symptoms. Dr. Hashmi and Ocean discuss the impact of systemic inequality on food choices and health outcomes, and look at breakthrough solutions that can heal lives and build a healthier society.

Benjamin Perkins of Wholesome Wave sits down with Food Revolution Network CEO, Ocean Robbins, for a look at the challenges in our food system and how Wholesome Wave is working towards a better food future for all. Despite the continuous struggle to provide healthy food for all people, this interview will fill you with hope that there are people like Benjamin and organizations like Wholesome Wave committed to bridging the health and nutrition gap.

We used to check our watches only when we wanted to know what time it was. Now, that little device on your wrist can display your heart rate, blood oxygen, stress level, calories burned, and how many steps you’ve taken since you got out of bed. Health trackers are here to stay. And they’re getting ever more sophisticated in the data they can collect, and the nudges they can provide. But should you wear one? And if so, which kind? And are there any downsides to them?

Food Revolution Network CEO, Ocean Robbins, sits down with retired doctor and public health official Terry Mason, MD, for a fascinating conversation about racism, food, health, COVID-19, and hope.

2020 was an incredibly difficult year for a lot of people. And yet, we still have many reasons for gratitude and hope. More people than ever before are interested in caring for their immune systems and optimizing their health. And Food Revolution Network has expanded our reach significantly. Here are some of our top accomplishments from 2020.

Social distancing and shelter-in-place measures are shifting all the time, as businesses and public spaces open and close, and as norms and regulations evolve. Many of us face reduced opportunities for physical connection and increased levels of stress. In this time, adopting effective health and wellness strategies is becoming more necessary than ever. Hear from Dr. Elizabeth Markle on her “Universal Prescription” for well-being and discover how to implement it in your own life.

More and more people are interested in a whole foods, plant-based diet. Some are motivated by specific health concerns. Others by interest in disease prevention, peak performance, sustainability, or ethical concerns. And documentary films are playing a huge part in fueling this growing movement. They’re a great way to learn more, get inspired, and also to spread the word and inspire friends, coworkers, classmates, and even family! This article explains why — and shares 10 of our favorite whole foods, vegan, and plant-based food documentaries.

Conventional, modern medicine handles acute illness and physical trauma brilliantly. But it doesn’t always cut it when it comes to prevention of chronic disease. Many people who are in constant pain, or who are suffering in other ways, become frustrated with the mainstream medical industry’s tendency to treat symptoms rather than addressing root causes. As a result, more and more people are turning to natural approaches in complement to the mainstream medical model. Here are six helpful resources to get you started with utilizing the power of natural medicine on your own health journey.