Dana James is a leading international expert in functional nutrition and integrative health.
Since completing her Master of Science in Medical Nutrition at Columbia University, she has developed a global practice bridging the United States and Europe, helping individuals achieve optimal metabolic health, gastrointestinal wellness, and recovery from mold-related illness through an integrated approach combining nutrition, functional medicine, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Her work emphasizes the connection between physiological health, behavior, and self-perception to empower clients to heal and transform from within.
Education & Credentials
- MS, Medical Nutrition, Columbia University
- Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
- NY State Certified Dietitian and Nutritionist (CDN)
- Advanced training in Functional Medicine, Anti-Aging Medicine, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Postgraduate studies in human behavior and psychology at Harvard University
Professional Experience & Contributions
- Founder and practicing clinician, Dana James Nutrition & Functional Medicine
- Author of the best-selling book “The Archetype Diet”
- Developer of the Archetype framework integrating nutrition, psychology, and hormonal health
- Clinical work with over 17,000 clients worldwide, with additional outreach via media and retreats
- Featured in Forbes, New York Times, Vogue, Elle, Goop, Time Magazine, The New York Post, and major television programs including Today Show, GMA, and PBS
Areas of Expertise
- Functional and integrative nutrition
- Metabolic and gastrointestinal health
- Mold-related illness and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
- Integration of food, behavior, and psychological archetypes for health transformation
Leadership & Affiliations
- Member, Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)
- Member, British Association of Nutritional Therapy (BANT)
- Member, American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP)
- Recognized authority in combining nutrition, functional medicine, and behavioral science
Publications & Media
- Author of The Archetype Diet
- Frequent speaker on global retreats and international media platforms
- Contributor to discussions on health, nutrition, and psychological well-being in major print and broadcast media
