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Spot On!

Dr. Joan Salge Blake

Welcome to Spot On! hosted by Dr. Joan Salge Blake, Author, Media Expert, and Nutrition Professor at Boston University. Spot On! covers timely nutrition, health, and wellness topics along with offering accurate and practical information in an entertaining format. The guests are experts in the their fields, ready to cut through media hype and misinformation, to provide you with advice that is, well, Spot On!

health & fitness nutrition

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00:26:34

Crafty Food Marketing to Dudes

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2021/02/25

The past, present, and future of food media: who we are, who we want to be, and who we can be. Through her book called "Diners, Dudes, and Diets: How Gender and Power Collide in Food Media and Culture", Emily Contois hopes to empower people to be critical consumers of food media. Emily is a researcher, writer, and university professor on the topics of food, bodies, health, and our identities in media and popular culture. Moreover, she has appeared on CBS This Morning, BBC Ideas, and Ugly Delicious

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00:23:26

Can You Really Be Healthy at Any Size?

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2021/02/18

Marci Evans came on today's Spot On! episode to discuss an alternative approach to dietary behavior change that emphasizes healthful behaviors instead of weight loss called "Health At Every Size". As a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian and Supervisor and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Marci has dedicated her career to counseling, supervising, and teaching in the field of eating disorders for over a decade. Listen now to learn about the philosophy behind this approach. --- Thank

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00:26:33

How News Can Confuse

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2021/02/11

How can we make better sense of the information we receive in a world of uncertainty? Timothy Caulfield has returned on Spot On! to share his experience in searching for a vaccine against misinformation. He is a Canada Research Chair in Health Law and Policy, a Professor in the Faculty of Law and the School of Public Health, and Research Director of the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta. Tim has won numerous academic and writing awards and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada

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00:24:36

Should You Be Taking Supplements?

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2021/02/04

Do you really need to take supplements and how much is enough? Can vitamins fix a poor diet? This week on Spot On!, we have Elizabeth Ward, MS, RDN joining us to share her expertise on vitamin and mineral supplements. Elizabeth is an award-winning nutrition communicator, writer, and recipe developer. As a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for nine years, Ward was featured in hundreds of print and broadcast interviews, including CNN, U.S. News & World Report, The New York

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00:22:58

Weight Loss: Myths and Facts

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2021/01/28

Welcome to another season of Spot On! To start off Season 5, we are thrilled to have Dr. Caitlin Dow return to debunk the biggest myths about weight loss. Are some weight loss tips you keep hearing over and over again science-based? Tune in to find out. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

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00:22:08

Season 4 Recap

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2020/12/10

Season 4 is a wrap! This recap is a compilation of all the episodes released for Spot On! Season 4. You would not want to miss all the amazing tips from our lovely guests. We appreciate your continuous support. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

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00:27:36

Hunger On Campus - Skipping Meals to Save Money

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2020/12/03

Many college students don't get enough to eat. Consequently, food insecurity on campus negatively affects students' health and academic performance. To tackle this issue, Dr. Laura Frank, Ph.D. has shared with us her expertise in combating food insecurity and food waste, especially among college students. Dr. Laura is a licensed dietitian nutritionist and PA Licensed Psychologist. She is also the director of La Salle University's food pantry called the Basket. Tune in to learn about important

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00:25:32

What Should Be in Every Athlete's Kitchen?

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2020/11/19

The secret formula that will improve your workout performance is G + P. Trusted by sports athletes from all over the world, sports nutritionist Nancy Clark, RD shares with Spot On! listeners the winning sports diet. Nancy has worked with various athletes including members of the Boston Celtics and the Boston Red Sox. Listen now to learn why G + P is so important, especially if you want to make the most out of your workouts. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on

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00:29:05

Should We Ditch Eating Processed Foods?

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2020/11/12

Prepare to be surprised by the facts behind processed foods. Here is a hint: it's all about the food quality and how we are eating these foods. We are delighted to have America's Favorite Food Scientist, Dr. Taylor Wallace, PhD, CFS, FACN, joining us on this episode. As the founder of the Think Healthy Group, Dr. Taylor is dedicated to providing his research-based knowledge of food science to everyday Americans. You will also recognize him as a regular guest on the Dr. Oz Show. Listen now to

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00:36:36

How to Hack Your Way to Better Sleep?

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2020/11/05

This episode is all about the science behind sleep and how reframing your attitude toward sleep can improve your overall wellbeing. Our expert in sleep health, Dr. Michael Grandner, PhD, MTR, has joined us today to reveal how your perception of your health does not accurately reflect the truth. The sooner you prioritize sleeping like having a balanced diet, the longer you will stay healthy physically and mentally. Dr. Michael is the Director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University

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00:28:13

Is Anxiety the New Normal?

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2020/10/29

You are not the only one in the world feeling anxious right now due to the impacts of Covid-19 and the current social climate. According to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association, nearly 1 in 5 adults reported that they feel more stressed at this time than it was last year. In the hope of helping more people overcome this crisis together, Dr. Dori Hutchinson, Sc. D. returns to Spot On! to give us more strategies on how to take better care of our mental health. Dr. Dori is the

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00:25:47

The Untold Story of Obesity

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2020/10/22

Obesity is not simply a matter of willpower and overeating is not the culprit of obesity. Media dietitian Lauren Pincus, MS, RDN is here to tell the untold story of obesity. As an expert in weight management and prediabetes, Lauren has worked with celebrities, major corporations, charitable organizations, and schools. She emphasizes the current issue of weight bias and reveals why obesity is not the result of poor choices. Listen now to hear the story of obesity that must be told. --- Thank you for

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00:22:33

The Flip Side of Plant-Based Burgers

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2020/10/15

Are plant proteins really the perfect alternative to animal proteins? Did you know that some plant proteins are missing certain amino acids that the body needs? Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN has joined us in this episode to reveal the good and bad of plant-based burgers. Lindsay is a Registered Dietician and the Senior Nutritionist for Nutrition Action Healthletter. Tune in to learn different ways you can do make plant proteins the healthier way to go. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on

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00:32:58

Undetected and Untreated: Male Eating Disorders

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2020/10/08

Eating disorder was once invisible to David Proctor, BSc, MSc, a Terrier who became the first collegiate athlete in New England to run a sub-4-minute mile. As David is training for his 5th consecutive Olympic trials in 2020, he came on SpotOn! to share his story of living through and recovering from disordered eating. Joining David today is one of our very own BU Sargent professor, Dr. Paula Quatromoni, DSc, RD who is an expertise in eating disorders and sports nutrition. --- Thank you for

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00:19:57

Toss That Sponge! (And Other Food Safety Tips)

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2020/10/01

Your dishes might not be as clean as you think. When was the last time you sanitize that kitchen sponge? How to prevent food poisoning in your kitchen? Caitlin Dow, Ph.D. came on SpotOn! to bust common myths about food safety. As a Senior Nutritionist at the Center in the Public Interest, Caitlin has published many articles on various topics including food safety, cannabis, exercise trends, food waste, and personalized nutrition based on scientific evidence and interviews from experts. Tune in to

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00:23:09

How a Patriot Player Tackles His Finances

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2020/09/24

New England Patriot's Joejuan Williams reveals his secrets to making smart choices on SpotOn! As a professional American football athlete, Joejuan shows grit and resilience not only during each gameplay but also in life. He has been mindful of handling money at a young age and the years of saving have inspired investing. Listen to learn Joejuan's money-saving tips and hacks! --- Joejuan's app recs: Stash Acorn --- Thank you for listening! Find us on

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00:25:18

Eat Your Way to Clear Skin

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2020/09/17

Does dairy break you out? Can chocolate clog your pores? 30 to 40% percent of adults - especially females - suffer from acne. Research tells us it’s often linked to diet. We’re chatting with Dr. Patricia Farris, a dermatologist and professor at Tulane University, to talk about how which foods cause acne, and which make you glow! Dr. Farris was also a guest on Episode 15: Is Diet the New Botox? Find us on

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00:23:09

Fast (& Healthy) Foods

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2020/09/10

If fast foods can be healthy, would you eat them more often? Nationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist Amy Gorin is here to help us make healthier choices at fast-food restaurants. Listen to this episode now for tips on ordering healthy meals that are convenient and budget-friendly. Find us on social: facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw

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00:27:54

How to Sneak More Fruits and Veggies into Your Day

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2020/09/03

Today on Spot On!, Farm Girl Chef Elisabeth Watkins is here to share insights on the connection between the agriculture and the culinary world. As the 6th generation cattle rancher and farmer and the winner of Food Network’s Chopped Junior, Watkins talks about agriculture misinformation and reveals tips to sneak in extra fruits and vegetables in your regular diet. Learn more about Farm Girl Chef: https://www.farmgirlchef.us Thanks for listening to Spot On! Find us on

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00:27:39

Season Three Recap

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2020/05/21

To wrap up season 3 (!!!), we compiled our favorite snippets from throughout the season - from exploring coffee's health benefits to learning the science of humor. This recap will give you a taste of each episode, so you can go back to the ones that spark your interest. Thank you so much for sticking with us - we'll see you soon for season 4! Find us on social: facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw

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