Spot On!

Spot On!

By Dr. Joan Salge BlakeHealth & FitnessNutrition
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  • Should We Ditch Eating Processed Foods?

    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.

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    30 min
  • How to Hack Your Way to Better Sleep?

    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.

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    37 min
  • Is Anxiety the New Normal?

    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. 

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    29 min
  • The Untold Story of Obesity

    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.

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    26 min
  • The Flip Side of Plant-Based Burgers

    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.

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    23 min
  • Undetected and Untreated: Male Eating Disorders

    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. 

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    33 min
  • Toss That Sponge! (And Other Food Safety Tips)

    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.

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    20 min
  • How a Patriot Player Tackles His Finances

    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!

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    24 min
  • Eat Your Way to Clear Skin

    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?


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    26 min
  • Fast (& Healthy) Foods

    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. 


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    24 min

About Spot On!

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Welcome to Spot On! hosted by Dr. Joan Salge Blake, Author, Media Expert, and Nutrition Professor at Boston University.

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