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Welcome to Spot On! hosted by Dr. Joan Salge Blake, Nutrition Author, Media Expert, and Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University. Spot On! covers the latest topics, hijacked from media headlines to give you accurate, usable health and wellness information geared towards college students, s…

Joan Salge Blake


    • Sep 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Spot On!

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 27:46


    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.

    Season 7 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 10:39


    And that's a wrap! Here is the recap of Season 7 covering everything from added sugars to how your diet may be impacting your mental health. We want to thank all of our listeners for subscribing to Spot On! and contributing to over 115,000 plays to-date! We couldn't have done it without you. Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    The Not So Sweet News About Added Sugars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 34:05


    How can added sugars affect our health and what strategies can be taken to decrease the amount of added sugars in our diets? Michael Goran will be sharing his expertise with us in this episode. Dr. Goran is a Professor of Pediatrics at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, and Program Director for Diabetes and Obesity at The Saban Research Institute. His research on childhood nutrition has been continuously funded by the NIH for the past 35 years, raising $75m in funding, and publishing over 350 peer-reviewed articles. He has also received numerous scientific awards for research and teaching. Tune in now and let's start the 7-day no added sugars challenge together! --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Don't Get Scammed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 37:30


    If you're using social media, you're more likely to be targeted by scammers. It starts with an ad, a post, or a message. Multimedia content creator for Consumer Reports, Octavio Blanco, is joining us this week to discuss the threats of scams including the issue of medical and health fraud scams. Octavio has written about a wide range of topics including technology, fintech, personal finance, cryptocurrency, robocalls, and digital privacy. Tune in now to find out how you can protect yourself from scams, especially while using social media. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    One Person's Trash Is Another Person's Dinner: #StopFoodWaste

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 37:53


    How can we stop throwing away foods? Rosanne Rust is an internationally recognized nutrition expert and author, blogger, and factfinder. She is dedicated to help consumers understand more about health, nutrition, food and food processing, so they can relax and enjoy eating for good health. Rosanne will be sharing with us tips on how to effectively shop, prepare, and store food to not waste food. Listen now and let's make a change. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Why Your Diet Should Include SMASH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 29:53


    SMASH is closely linked to longevity, and here's why: Our guest speaker, Maya Feller, a nationally recognized nutrition expert is here to answer all of our questions on SMASH. In her practice, Maya provides medical nutrition therapy for the management of and risk reduction of non-communicable diseases. She is dedicated to promoting nutrition education that helps the public to make informed food choices that support health and longevity. Listen now for more tips on maintaining a healthy weight and how to choose your fish. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Are Halo Foods Really Angelic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 28:53


    Are halo foods really worth the hype? Skylar Griggs, a licensed registered dietitian and nutrition counselor specializing in a variety of nutrition-related conditions, is joining us today to talk about how one specific diet might not be the perfect answer to all of your problems, it all comes down to lifestyle changes. Skylar has experience working in pediatric and family nutrition as well as pre/post-natal nutrition, eating disorders, weight management, cardiac risk factors including hypertension, high cholesterol and obesity, diabetes, and overall wellness. She is presently the lead dietitian for the preventive cardiology division at Children's Hospital Boston and the owner of Newbury Street Nutrition, a private practice focused on weight management and heart health. Tune in now on SpotOn! --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Is CBD Help Or Hype?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 35:41


    We're here to answer the common questions you may have on CBD. Our guest this week, Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RDN, FAND is a Holistic Cannabis Practitioner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and cookbook author. As Program Director of Cannabinoid Medical Sciences and professor of cannabis therapy at John Patrick University School of Integrative & Functional Medicine Janice is on a mission to educate health professionals on the therapeutic benefits of cannabinoid therapy. Listen now and have your questions answered. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Is Your Diet Making You Depressed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 25:52


    Would you change your diet if it can improve your mental health? Evidence suggests certain dietary patterns containing specific nutrients can reduce symptoms of some of the most common mental health disorders. We have invited our recurring guest, Toby Amidor, on SpotOn! to share with us her expertise on mental health nutrition. For the past 13 years, she has been the nutrition expert for FoodNetwork.com, and a founding contributor to their Healthy Eats Blog. You would not want to miss out on this episode. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Goodbye Booze. Hello Mocktails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 26:11


    A healthier drinking option with a similar experience and lots of fun? Yes, please! We're starting off Season 7 with Diana Licalzi a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Nutrition Science from Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition. As an advocate and expert of the sober curious movement, Diana is very passionate about empowering women to have healthy pregnancies without alcohol. After noticing a gap in the market, she co-authored the book, Drinking For Two: Nutritious Mocktails for the Mom-to-Be, where she provides women with prenatal nutrition information and over 45 non-alcoholic drink alternatives healthy for both mom and baby. Last year, Diana became alcohol-free herself and has since been an advocate for the sober curious movement. She co-authored a second mocktail book earlier this year called Mocktail Party, which contains 75 healthy and plant-based mocktails recipes for every occasion. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Season 6 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 9:52


    Wrapped! It was another successful season thanks to our amazing experts and the Spot On! team. Have a wonderful holiday season with your loved ones. Stay safe and stay healthy. Love, Spot On! --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Fermented Foods: Why You Should Be Eating Kombucha, Kimchi, and Kirfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 37:09


    Fermented foods are not only delicious but also gut-healthy. Dr. Christopher Gardner is here to share with us about some of his >25 years-research, examining what to eat and what to avoid for optimal health. He holds a PhD in Nutrition Science and is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford. Most recently his research interests have expanded to include studying the effects of diet on the gut microbiome and immune function. He published a landmark study on this topic in 2021 in the journal Cell with microbiologist colleagues Drs. Justin and Erica Sonnenburg from Stanford. Listen now and see what you can do to take care of your gut microbiome. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    What is Intuitive Eating?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 34:18


    Is Intuitive Eating the key to a balanced nutrition plan? Our guest today, Elyse Resch, MS, RDN is a nutritionist therapist with 39 years of experience, specializing in eating disorders, Intuitive Eating, and Heath at Every Size. Through her work with the prevention and healing of eating disorders, Elyse will guide us as we learn to love our own bodies. Let's discover our connection with food and ways we can improve this relationship to stay healthy. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    The Latest Buzz About Caffeine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 36:45


    85% of Americans have at least one caffeinated beverage every day. What does this do to our health? Caitlin Dow, PhD who is a Senior Nutrition Scientist at the Center for Science in the Public Interest is joining us on this episode to explain the different perspectives on caffeine and its effects on our bodies. Listen now and get in the buzz. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    You Are What Your Grandparents Ate. Seriously?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 34:09


    Your diet matters as it influences future generations. What? Find out why you are what your grandparents ate through this week's discussion with Judith Finlayson, a bestselling author who has written books on a variety of subjects, from personal well-being and women's history to developmental science. She is a former national newspaper columnist for The Globe and Mail, and magazine journalist, she is also the author of over a dozen cookbooks. Tune in now and take charge of your future. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    The Future of Food: Makes Steaks, Eggs, and Dairy From Plants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 29:03


    Plant-based protein is a must-try as it is gradually becoming the new food staple for a healthy and balanced diet. Sharyn Murray, a Senior Investor Engagement Specialist at The Good Food Institute came on SpotOn! to share her expertise from working for GFI, the leading nonprofit and think-tank within the alternative protein industry. GFI exists to make the global food system better for people, the planet, and animals by identify the most effective solutions, mobilize resources and talent, and empower partners across the food system to make alternative proteins accessible, affordable, and delicious. Listen now to find out more about this exciting trend! --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Did We Drink Our Way Through the Pandemic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 28:05


    The pandemic has had a “shadow epidemic” of mental health and substance use problems. Surveys are showing that a significant chunk of the population increased their drinking during the pandemic, and these patterns are likely to continue, leading to predictable poor health consequences. David Jernigan, PhD will be joining us on this episode to discuss alcohol problems and strategies to reduce them, especially after the pandemic. Dr. Jernigan is also the scientific chair and serves on the board of the Global Alcohol Policy Alliance. He has written more than 140 peer-reviewed journal articles and contributed chapters to seven books on alcohol issues. Tune in to find out what you can do to combat this ongoing issue. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Should You Eat Breakfast Like A King And Dinner Like A Pauper?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 33:34


    Is a large breakfast beneficial for your health? What is the secret behind portion control? To kick off Season 6 of Spot On!, we are welcoming back Sangeeta Pradhan who is the Diabetes Program Coordinator of Charles River Medical Associates and is currently the Chair of the Central Massachusetts Dietetic Association. Sangeeta is a sought-after professional speaker, a guest blogger for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' “Food and Nutrition” magazine, and India New England News' nutrition columnist. Listen now to learn more about our body's master clock, insulin sensitivity, and eating patterns.

    Season 5 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 17:40


    A recap to wrap up Season 5! Thank you for listening and we are excited to the launch of Season 6. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    What's New With Intermittent Fasting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 26:58


    How can we reap the dual benefits of intermittent fasting? Joining us today is Sangeeta Pradhan, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, is the Diabetes Program Coordinator of Charles River Medical Associates, and is currently the Chair of the Central Massachusetts Dietetic Association. Sangeeta is a sought-after professional speaker, a guest blogger for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ “Food and Nutrition” magazine, and India New England News’ nutrition columnist. You would not want to miss out on this episode. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    What the Heck is the Microbiome?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 25:21


    Gut health is not another health fad, the hype is here to stay! Dr. Noel Mueller is coming on Spot On! to talk about the world of the microbiome and its connection with our wellness. Dr. Noel has published over 80 articles on the etiology, prevention or treatment of chronic diseases. He has also co-authored a book chapter in Nutrition and Type 2 Diabetes: Etiology and Prevention. You would be amazed by what is living in your gut. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    The Dating Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 25:33


    What do the labels on your foods tell you? This week on Spot On!, Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA,RDN,CDN, joins us to explain the meaning behind food labels. Bonnie is a media personality, media trainer, spokesperson, motivational speaker, journalist, and corporate and brand consultant. She is a Health & Wellness Contributor for sites like TODAY.com and US News & World Report and you’ll find her expert quotes in thousands of interviews on all media platforms. Listen now to find out more. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Eat to Beat Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 26:39


    How can you make changes to your diet to reduce stress? Harvard trained psychiatrist and nutrition specialist, Dr. Uma Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based Nutritional Psychiatry Service in the US. She is the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) & Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at MGH Academy while serving on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. Listen now to hear Dr. Uma's expertise on ways to beat stress with food. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Cooking for Two or Just YOU!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 25:52


    With the right strategies and recipes, cooking can be less laborious for you. This week on Spot On!, registered dietitian and cookbook author Rosanne Rust - MS RDN, is sharing many tips for people to save time while cooking healthy balanced meals at home. Rosanne is an internationally recognized nutrition expert and author, blogger and truth-seeker, who focuses on helping people set realistic health goals. She crafts expert food and nutrition messages for consumers helping turn confusion into clarity, and mistrust into confidence. Make once, eat twice is the secret to cooking for two or just you. Listen now to find out more. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Setting the Record Straight on Sugar Substitutes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 24:55


    Sugar substitutes often get a bad reputation, but can they be better alternatives to excess sugar? Our guest for this week, Hope Warshaw, MMSc, RD, CDCES, BC-ADM, has been a dietitian for over forty years and certified diabetes care and education specialist for nearly as many. She has especially been engaged in the topic of helping people reduce their intake of added sugars with the use of low- and no-calorie sweeteners for many years. Listen now to identify the myths and facts on sugar substitutes. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    In Tune With Your Immune System

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 22:31


    A holistic approach to taking care of the immune system does not include "immune-boosting" promises. Nationally recognized media registered dietitian, Ginger Hultin MS RDN, came on Spot On! to talk about how our diets influence our immune systems. Ginger owns Seattle-based integrative nutrition practices, Champagne Nutrition, and Seattle Cancer Nutritionist where she helps clients optimize their health and wellness with an integrative approach. Tune in now to find out what can you do to support your natural immune system the right way. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Top 10 Most Googled Diets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 26:25


    Health is a lifestyle, not another diet. Yet, here are the top 10 most Googled diets that promise to make quick fixes. Keri Gans, MS, RDN, CDN joins us on Spot On! to explain how you should look to science to help you make nutrition decisions for long-term wellness. Keri is a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified yoga teacher, and author of The Small Change Diet. Keri is the host and creator of The Keri Report podcast, blog, and newsletter where she conveys her no-nonsense and fun approach to living a healthy lifestyle without any gimmicks. You would not want to miss this episode, listen now. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Crafty Food Marketing to Dudes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 26:34


    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 on Netflix. Listen now to understand how marketing messages related to food can impact our relationships with food. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Can You Really Be Healthy at Any Size?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 23:26


    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 you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    How News Can Confuse

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 26:33


    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 and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. You would not want to miss out on this episode so tune in now. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Should You Be Taking Supplements?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 24:36


    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 Times, and The Boston Globe. She has appeared on The Today Show and The Dr. Oz Show and was a regular guest on Boston 25 Morning News for six years. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Weight Loss: Myths and Facts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 22:58


    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

    Season 4 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 22:08


    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

    Hunger On Campus - Skipping Meals to Save Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 27:36


    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 resources and what you can do to combat this issue. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    What Should Be in Every Athlete's Kitchen?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 25:32


    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 Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Should We Ditch Eating Processed Foods?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 29:05


    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 understand what processed foods are all about. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    How to Hack Your Way to Better Sleep?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 36:36


    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 of Arizona and Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic at the Banner-University Medical Center. Tune in to this episode to start investing in your sleep health now. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    Is Anxiety the New Normal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 28:51


    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 Director of Services at Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation. She was one of our special guests on the "Quarantined Series" from season 3. Listen to this episode now to start applying Dr. Dori's tips on managing anxiety in your daily life. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    The Untold Story of Obesity

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 26:25


    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 listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    The Flip Side of Plant-Based Burgers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 23:11


    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 Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Undetected and Untreated: Male Eating Disorders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 33:36


    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 listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Toss That Sponge! (And Other Food Safety Tips)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 20:35


    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 find out the truth behind "best by" date, leftovers, hand sanitizer, and more. --- Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    How a Patriot Player Tackles His Finances

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 23:47


    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 Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake Support SpotOn!: https://anchor.fm/spoton/support --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Eat Your Way to Clear Skin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 25:08


    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 social: facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Fast (& Healthy) Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 23:47


    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 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    How to Sneak More Fruits and Veggies into Your Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 28:32


    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 social: facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

    Season Three Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 28:24


    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

    41: Quarantined - Why You Should be Laughing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 20:14


    Today on Spot On!, we’re talking humor! Laughter benefits us physically and emotionally. We have on Peter McGraw, an expert in emotions and behavioral economics, to teach us how humor works and why we should laugh more. Learn more about Peter: https://www.petermcgraw.org/ I’m Not Joking Podcast: https://www.petermcgraw.org/podcasts/im-not-joking/ Thanks for listening to Spot On! Find us on social: facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw

    40: Quarantined - Do Good to Feel Good

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 20:17


    Today on Spot On!, we’re talking to author Elizabeth Svoboda about how helping others, even in small ways, can boost your mood and help you cope. Check out Elizabeth’s article: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/helping_others_can_help_you_cope_with_lockdown Check out her books: https://elizabethsvoboda.com/books/ Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake youtube.com/channel/UCdMO-hmXqo0A-FXW-3t5nyw

    39: Quarantined - Flattening the Coronavirus SCAM Curve

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 26:29


    From bogus cures to fake home testing kits, American consumers are losing tens of millions of dollars to Covid-19-related frauds. As the pandemic continues to impact the country, people are more vulnerable than ever to misinformation. How can we protect ourselves from getting scammed? To answer this question, we brought on Timothy Caulfield, a professor of health law & science policy and TV host. Check out Tim Caulfield’s Twitter: twitter.com/CaulfieldTim Tim's NBC article: https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/dr-oz-s-hydroxychloroquine-advocacy-seduces-trump-coronavirus-wellness-woo-ncna1185596 Tim's book, The Science of Celebrity: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0735239770 Tim's upcoming book, Relax, Dammit!: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B086H3G6WB/ __________ Thank you for listening! Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

    38: Quarantined - Manage Your Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 18:48


    Today on Spot On!, we’re talking to Dr. Dori Hutchinson about how to care for your mental health after your routine has been completely disrupted. She’ll teach us how to manage anxiety and why we should practice self-acceptance. Dr. Hutchinson helps students and adults who live with serious mental health conditions to develop the critical functional skills and supports they need to live well, study well, work well and love well. She spent the last two decades working directly in college mental health and college suicide prevention. ::::: 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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