HOW PLANET HEALTH COMPTON BECAME
The Visionary Who Sowed the Seed & Nurtured the Mission
In loving memory of Roland Jackson, the visionary founder behind Planet Health Compton, a dedicated marketplace committed to fostering healthy lifestyle choices for the vibrant community of Compton. His journey was not just a personal transformation but a mission to inspire conscious living throughout the city.
As a living testament to the transformative power of veganism, Roland's own life story is intricately woven into the fabric of Planet Health Compton. His commitment to living consciously emerged from the profound impact that embracing a plant-based lifestyle had on his health, saving him from the brink and igniting a fervor to transform not only Compton but also other inner-city communities.
The spark that ignited this transformative journey occurred when Roland, facing health challenges and recommended surgery, chose a different path after watching "What the Health." This film became a catalyst, steering him toward a plant-based diet that not only healed his injuries but became the driving force behind Planet Health Compton and the birth of Vegan State of Mind (VSOM).
Roland's personal adversity, stemming from a car accident four years ago, led him to explore the benefits of a vegan lifestyle. The realization that he was living in a food desert and a lack of representation for vegan minorities like himself fueled his mission. Thus, he embarked on a quest to bring healthy, vegan options to Compton and other underserved communities while creating a clothing brand, VSOM, to inspire conscious living.
Planet Health Compton, Roland's flagship restaurant and cafe, stands as a testament to this mission, enriching the inner-city community by providing accessible and healthy vegan and plant-based options. The heartbeat of Planet Health Compton resonates with the mission to inspire healthy minds and healthy lifestyles. In tandem, VSOM, the clothing brand, serves as a visual embodiment of a conscious mindset and lifestyle.
As we reflect on Roland Jackson's enduring legacy, we honor his vision that extends beyond personal well-being; it encapsulates a community's vitality, transforming adversity into an opportunity for holistic change. Join us at Planet Health Compton, where the visionary who sowed the seed continues to inspire health, embodying a legacy that lives on.