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Spot On!

By 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 will advice that is, well, Spot On!
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Season 5 Recap

Spot On!Apr 29, 2021

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Eat More, Weigh Less

Eat More, Weigh Less

Can you really Eat MORE and Weigh LESS?  The answer is YES.  Penn State researcher Dr. Barbara Rolls explains how to do this using her science-based Volumetric Plan.


Correction: The date of the new series will be April 11th, not April 18th!

Mar 20, 202429:21
When Your Gut Is Talking Back To You: Dealing with IBS

When Your Gut Is Talking Back To You: Dealing with IBS

Up to 20 percent of American adults experience chronic irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).  On this episode, we get to the gut cause of IBS and how diet and lifestyle issues changes can help better manage this exhausting condition.

Mar 06, 202434:10
Is Snacking the New Dinner?

Is Snacking the New Dinner?

Is snacking the new dinner.  The answer is "Yes" for many busy folks.  This episode will help you plan your snacks that are healthy and meet your energy needs. 

Feb 21, 202427:41
What is Personalized Nutrition?

What is Personalized Nutrition?

It’s all about personalization, including what diet is best for you based on YOUR genetics, lifestyle, and environment.  Is precision nutrition ready for prime time?  Researcher Dr. Jim Hill enlightens us.

Feb 07, 202424:07
Is Laughter The Best Medicine?

Is Laughter The Best Medicine?

Who doesn't love a good laugh?  But did you know that laughter can actually improve the health of your mind and body?  In this episode, we discuss the medicinal side of laughing.  It's beats taking a pill daily for what ails you. 

Jan 24, 202437:39
Season 10 Recap

Season 10 Recap

In Season 10, we tackled the hottest nutrition and health trends, from the latest on anti-obesity medications to how the diet can help grandma who may have Alzheimer's disease.  Enjoy!

Jan 03, 202411:46
Food is Medicine

Food is Medicine

Is food really medicine?  This new movement is more than just a trendy phrase and has public health implications that could be astounding. This episode is truly food for thought.

Dec 13, 202329:49
The Latest on Ultra Processed Foods

The Latest on Ultra Processed Foods

In this episode, we discuss the latest on ultra processed foods and their effect on your health.  Are there healthy foods that are considered "ultra processed" which can actually be a healthy food choice?  Tune in to find out more!

Nov 29, 202340:56
Up Your Veggies!

Up Your Veggies!

We all know we should be eating more veggies, the problem is how to easily squeeze them in our day.  After you listening to this episode with Toby Amidor, RDN, and author of Up Your Veggie, you will be the veggie master.

Nov 15, 202329:45
Grandma has Alzheimer. Can The Diet Help?

Grandma has Alzheimer. Can The Diet Help?

The answer is "Yes!"  The latest research suggests that your diet may reduce Alzheimer dementia risk and slow cognitive decline.  Tune in for more from a leading expert in this area

Nov 01, 202330:50
Body Image Healing

Body Image Healing

With so many media messages of body images, we are going to take a deep dive into how these messages can affect your relationship with your body and learn how to heal this connection.

Oct 18, 202330:34
 Food Addiction: Is It a Real Thing?

Food Addiction: Is It a Real Thing?

Can certain foods be addictive? The answer may surprise you. Dr. Ashley Gearhardt, the Director of the Food Addiction Science and Treatment Laboratory at the University of Michigan and the author of the Yale Food Addiction Scale, explains this fascinating, emerging research.  Tune in!

Oct 04, 202340:06
The Latest On Antiobesity Medications

The Latest On Antiobesity Medications

Ozempic and Wegovy.  You have heard of these names and know that these medications are being used for the management of diabetes and weight loss.  But do you know how they work in the body and if they are effective in the long term? This week, we take a deep dive into this category of anti-obesity drugs with Yoni Freedhoff, MD, Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Ottawa and the Medical Director of the Bariatric Medical Institute and Constant Health.

Sep 22, 202331:22
Season 9 Recap

Season 9 Recap

It's a wrap!  Season 9 was chock-full of expert guests providing their thought-provoking wisdom on topics ranging from cultural diversity in foods to sustainability, the booming no and low alcohol beverages brands, TikTok craziness, and the truth about pesticides. We want to thank all of our listeners for subscribing to Spot On! and contributing to over 155,000 plays to date! We couldn't have done it without you.

May 03, 202314:11
Should You Eat Farm-Raised Or Wild-Caught Fish? The Fishy Facts

Should You Eat Farm-Raised Or Wild-Caught Fish? The Fishy Facts

Many of us know we should eat more seafood but don't understand the difference between raised or caught fish?  Which is more sustainable and healthier for you?  And how the heck do you cook it?  We go fishing for the these facts and more in this episode.

Apr 19, 202330:42
The Truth About Pesticides: Separating Fact From Fiction

The Truth About Pesticides: Separating Fact From Fiction

Pesticides:  Do the Benefits Outweigh the Health Risks?

Apr 05, 202326:48
There's no Vodka in My Vodka: The Non Alcoholic Liquor Trend

There's no Vodka in My Vodka: The Non Alcoholic Liquor Trend

The low and no alcohol beer and liquor category is booming with consumers of all ages buying these products.  What's driving this trend and how do they taste.  Find out more in this episode.

Mar 22, 202327:26
The Top Ten Craziest TikTok Posts

The Top Ten Craziest TikTok Posts

TikTok have over 135 million users in the United States and over 30% of them say they regularly get their news from the app.  This is a huge problem as there is a rampart amount of health misinformation on this platform.  Nutrition Expert, Steph Grasso, RDN, who has over 2 million followers shares with us the Top Ten Craziest nutrition trends on TikTok and how they can be harmful.

Mar 08, 202331:35
The Hottest Food Trends This Year

The Hottest Food Trends This Year

This week on SpotOn!, we are talking about the hottest food and dining trends that will be coming your way this year.  Think plant-forward but meat inclusive, climate friendly plant foods, joyful dining experiences and much more!

Feb 22, 202326:36
5 Things You Don't Know About Recycling But Should

5 Things You Don't Know About Recycling But Should

Choosing a sustainable diet is a hot trend but how sustainable is the package or container that the food comes in?  Does recycling really help the environment?  The answer may surprise you. Tune in to learn more.

Feb 08, 202331:22
Eating Back To Our Roots

Eating Back To Our Roots

Maya Feller, RDN, author, ABC Good Morning America nutritionist, author of "Eating Back To Our Roots," discusses why we need to not only eat and cook the way our grandmothers did, but the way EVERYONE's grandmother did.

Jan 25, 202324:45
Season 8 Recap

Season 8 Recap

And that's a wrap! Here is the recap of Season 8 covering everything from bulking up on protein to finding out the latest dope about dopamine. We want to thank all of our listeners for subscribing to Spot On! and contributing to over 135,000 plays to-date! We couldn't have done it without you.

Dec 14, 202209:55
Is Health #Misinformation Making Us Sick?

Is Health #Misinformation Making Us Sick?

Over 80% of Americans say they often or sometimes get news, including health information from a smartphone, computer or tablet.  Unfortunately, there is so much health #misinformation and #disinformation in this space that have been shown to have dangerous results.  Health advocate guru, Tim Caulfield, explains how to protect yourself.

Nov 30, 202231:56
What's The Dope On Dopamine?

What's The Dope On Dopamine?

Dopamine is the neurotransmitter involved in reward processing in the brain as it promotes pleasure. Unfortunately, can also dopamine feed into addictive behaviors including the overuse of social media. Dr. Anna Lembke, the author of Dopamine Nation give us the latest dope on dopamine. #Fascinating

Nov 16, 202228:13
What Really Is A Sustainable Diet?

What Really Is A Sustainable Diet?

While consuming a sustainable diet is becoming more popular among consumers, do you really know what eating sustainably really means when it comes to your lifestyle habits?  You may be very surprised.

Nov 02, 202239:54
The Latest On Food Allergies

The Latest On Food Allergies

About 32 million people have food allergies in the US, with over 10% of them occurring in adults.  Tune in to learn more about food allergies and the latest research on preventing one of major allergies that occurs among children. 

Oct 19, 202230:50
Should Your Hair Go On A Diet?

Should Your Hair Go On A Diet?

You diet and lifestyle can have a significant impact on your hair.  In this episode, Dr. Nicole Rogers enlightens us on on the connection.  #Fascinating

Oct 05, 202230:52
Prediabetes: The Latest Problem Among Young Adults

Prediabetes: The Latest Problem Among Young Adults

Approximately 96 million American adults—more than 1 in 3—have prediabetes and about 20% of these folks are young adults.  This episodes takes a deep dive into what prediabetes is and how to reduce your risk.

Sep 22, 202247:58
Do You Need To Beef Up on Protein to Bulk Up?

Do You Need To Beef Up on Protein to Bulk Up?

Leslie Bonci, RD, Sports Dietitian for the NFL Kansas City Chiefs, sets the record straight on how much protein you need to consume daily for healthy muscle mass.  It's more than just that amount you consume; it's also about the quality and timing of your protein intake.  Tune in to hear the latest.

Sep 08, 202227:46
Season 7 Recap
May 11, 202210:40
The Not So Sweet News About Added Sugars
Apr 27, 202234:06
Don't Get Scammed!
Apr 13, 202237:30
One Person's Trash Is Another Person's Dinner: #StopFoodWaste
Mar 30, 202237:53
Why Your Diet Should Include SMASH
Mar 16, 202229:54
Are Halo Foods Really Angelic?
Mar 03, 202228:54
Is CBD Help Or Hype?
Feb 16, 202235:41
Is Your Diet Making You Depressed?
Feb 02, 202225:52
Goodbye Booze. Hello Mocktails
Jan 20, 202226:12
Season 6 Recap
Dec 23, 202109:52
Fermented Foods: Why You Should Be Eating Kombucha, Kimchi, and Kirfer
Dec 16, 202137:09
What is Intuitive Eating?
Dec 01, 202134:19
The Latest Buzz About Caffeine
Nov 09, 202136:46
You Are What Your Grandparents Ate. Seriously?
Oct 28, 202134:09
The Future of Food: Makes Steaks, Eggs, and Dairy From Plants
Oct 14, 202129:03
Did We Drink Our Way Through the Pandemic?
Sep 30, 202128:05
Should You Eat Breakfast Like A King And Dinner Like A Pauper?
Sep 16, 202133:34
Season 5 Recap
Apr 29, 202117:40
What's New With Intermittent Fasting?
Apr 22, 202123:45
What the Heck is the Microbiome?
Apr 15, 202125:22
The Dating Game
Apr 08, 202125:33