Daphne Nur Oz (born February 17, 1986) is an American television host, food writer, and chef.

Her paternal grandparents, Suna (née Atabay) and Mustafa Öz, emigrated from Konya Province, Turkey.

[9] Oz's first book, a National Bestseller, The Dorm Room Diet: The 10-Step Program for Creating A Healthy Lifestyle Plan That Really Works (Newmarket Press, 2006) details the tips and tricks she used to successfully navigate the unique “Danger Zones” of college life to create a healthy lifestyle and sustainably lose 40lbs.

[11] The book was publicized by multiple media outlets including The New York Times,[8] The Wall Street Journal,[12] People, The Washington Post,[13] Reader's Digest,[14] Teen Vogue, Cosmo Girl!

Oz also is the author of the New York Times bestselling[15] Relish: An Adventure in Food, Style, and Everyday Fun.

This book offers essential advice for bringing passion and purpose to everyday food, style, and life (relationships, career, and playtime).

The New York Times book review said: “the recipes are terrific — well designed and stress-free…and everything comes out as beautifully as she promises.”[20] Oz speaks publicly on food, lifestyle, motherhood,[21] and health topics.

[27] Oz is an ambassador for and helped to establish HealthCorps, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit that equips teenagers with nutrition, exercise, and stress management education in over 50 schools nationwide.

After leaving The Chew, Oz has been featured as a guest co-host on The View, Beat Bobby Flay, and has appeared as a healthy living expert on Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, The Dr. Oz Show, The Rachael Ray Show, Dayside, and Good Day New York.

On July 17, 2019, it was announced that Oz would be joining Gordon Ramsay and Aarón Sanchez on the eighth season of MasterChef Junior, replacing previous judge Christina Tosi.