Ditch Processed Foods & Hydrate Smarter: Dr. Dana Cohen's Easy Blueprint for Vibrant Health
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Feeling bloated, foggy, or fatigued? You’re not alone—and the culprit might be hiding in plain sight: ultra-processed foods and poor hydration habits. In this episode of the Boss Body Podcast, Dr. Tim Jackson welcomes back renowned integrative physician and bestselling author Dr. Dana Cohen to reveal simple, science-backed strategies to upgrade your diet and health—without deprivation or overwhelm.
Dr. Cohen shares practical tips from her new book Fuel Up, co-authored with the inventor of the NutriBullet and Beast Blender, and breaks down:
Whether you’re a health newbie or a wellness warrior, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways that will help you reclaim your energy, improve digestion, and build a body you love—from the inside out.
Episode highlights:
- Dr. Dana Cohen introduces her new book Fuel Up, co-authored with NutriBullet creator Colin Sapire.
- The dangers of ultra-processed foods and how they contribute to chronic illness.
- Easy swaps and blender recipes to reduce processed food intake without sacrificing taste.
- Blending vs. juicing: why keeping the fiber matters for blood sugar and gut health.
- How hydration affects everything from energy levels to metabolic function—and how to do it right.
- Tips for identifying hidden sugars and additives in everyday foods.
- The role of fiber and plant diversity in gut microbiome health.
- How to use your blender for more than smoothies—think sauces, soups, and even chicken salad.
- Why food psychology and harm reduction matter in sustainable health habits.
- Radiofrequency therapy for skin and pelvic health—Dr. Cohen’s new favorite wellness tool.
Connect with guest:
Dana G. Cohen, MD
Dr. Dana G. Cohen is a distinguished leader in integrative medicine with over two decades of experience helping patients achieve optimal health through a personalized approach. She began her career alongside the late Dr. Robert Atkins, a trailblazer in integrative medicine, and has since become highly respected by both her peers and patients.
Board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1998, Dr. Cohen focuses on treating the whole individual, recognizing that no two patients are alike. She emphasizes nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and targeted supplementation to reduce reliance on prescription medications, demonstrating that there is both an art and a science to healing beyond mainstream medical practices.
Dr. Cohen’s expertise extends to leadership roles, having served on the Board of Directors for the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM) for four years and continuing to advise their Board. She has been instrumental in directing ACAM’s conferences, where she has trained thousands of healthcare providers and delivered numerous lectures. Additionally, she sits on the Scientific Advisory Board for the Organic and Natural Health Association, serves as a scientific advisor for Cure® Hydration, and has acted as a paid expert for Essentia® Water.
As an author, Dr. Cohen has reached a global audience with her best-selling book, Quench (co-authored with Gina Bria, published by Hachette Book Group), which has been translated into six languages and gained a dedicated following. Her latest release, FuelUp: Harness the Power of Your Blender and Cheat Your Way to Good Health (co-authored with Colin Sapire, published by Hay House), continues to inspire healthier lifestyles.
Beyond her medical career, Dr. Cohen showcased her creative versatility in the off-Broadway production The Thinnest Woman with the Fewest Wrinkles Wins, exploring themes of body image, weight, and self-perception.
A proud New York native, Dr. Cohen resides in Jackson Heights with her husband Henry and their dog Frida. She also spends time at her Hudson Valley home, where she enjoys gardening and connecting with nature.
Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @drdanacohen
Episode Transcript
Click the link below to read the transcript from today’s episode:
https://healyourbody.org/episode116
All the best,
Dr. Tim Jackson
