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Spot On!

by 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! joansalgeblake.substack.com

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Season 13 Recap

That's a rap on season 13! This season was packed with insightful discussions, led by expert guests on topics like anti-obesity medications, alcohol, and sports supplemen

May 14 2025
16 min

Why "Calories In vs Calories Out" Is A Myth For Weight Management

They say it’s just calories in vs. calories out — but is it really that easy? Spoiler alert: it’s not! Tune in for a lively chat about the hidden layers behind weight los

Apr 30 2025
30 min

Social Media Influencer, Kylie Sakaida Cracks the Code on How To Easily Cook and Eat Healthfully

On this episode we chat with Kylie Sakaita, a dietitian-turned-influencer with 5 MILLION social media followers who makes healthy living easy and enjoyable. Discover how

Apr 16 2025
30 min

Did We Get It All Wrong About Alcohol?

Is alcohol less healthy than we thought? In this episode, we unpack the 2025 Surgeon General’s advisory linking alcohol to cancer risk—and rethink everything we thought w

Apr 2 2025
28 min

The Secrets To Successfully Using Anti-Obesity Medications

Unfortunately, approximately 50% of folks who use these medications, discontinue their use in the first year causing the weight to be regained. Dr. James Hill, is one of

Mar 19 2025
27 min

Sports Supplements for Active Folks

Welcome to today’s episode, We’re diving deep into the world of nutrition and sports supplements! Whether you’re a dedicated athlete or a weekend warrior, it’s time to as

Feb 25 2025
40 min

Beyond Doubt: Unveiling the Certainty Illusion

Dive into the shadowy realms of misinformation with Timothy Caulfield as we dissect 'The Certainty Illusion.' Learn how our quest for easy answers traps us in a web of fa

Feb 12 2025
41 min

What To Eat For Better Sleep

Join us as we dive into the secrets of eating for a blissful night's sleep with Jessica Cording, a registered dietitian, health coach, and prolific author of books like T

Jan 29 2025
39 min

Season 12 Recap

That's a wrap on Season 12! This season was packed with insightful discussions led by expert guests on topics like seed oils, PCOS, anti-obesity medications, and more. A

Dec 18 2024
15 min

The Pandemic Improved Your Diet. WHAT?

Could the pandemic lockdowns have had a silver lining for your eating habits? Believe it or not, being stuck at home may have actually improved the quality of your diet.

Dec 4 2024
30 min

What is PCOS and What Do I Do About It?.

Join us as we dive into a crucial health topic affecting over 5 million women each year: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Often misunderstood and under-diagnosed, PCOS i

Nov 20 2024
37 min

What You Need To Know About PFAS

Uncover the truth about PFAS, the 'forever chemicals' impacting our health and environment. In this episode, we explore what PFAS are, common sources of exposure, and act

Nov 6 2024
24 min

Do You Really Need To Worry About Seed Oils?

Social media is flowing with misinformation about seed oils. Tune in to learn the facts from fiction and what oils are the healthiest for you to consume. This is a p

Oct 23 2024
19 min

Managing Menopause With Nutrition

More than a million women experience menopause each year.  That's a lot of hot flashes.  In this episode, we take a deep dive into how your diet and lifestyle can impact

Oct 9 2024
33 min

What You Need To Know About Anti-Obesity Meds

In this podcast episode, we'll cover the essentials of anti-obesity medications: how they work, potential side effects, and what to consider before starting them. Whether

Sep 25 2024
31 min

What's The Fizzle on Probiotic Sodas?

Are these prebiotic and probiotic sodas truly a healthier alternative to soda?  Are they really soda 2.0?  This week, we investigate this beverages and find out if they a

Sep 11 2024
33 min

Season 11 Recap

It's a wrap! Season 11 was chock-full of expert guests providing their thought-provoking wisdom on topics ranging from personalized nutrition, IBS, fighting cancer, etc.

May 1 2024
12 min

Fighting Cancer with a Knife and Fork

Why is cancer occurring in younger folks?  What's the role of the diet and lifestyle in fighting cancer?  Is cancer now considered a chronic disease?  We will take a deep

Apr 17 2024
47 min

How WHEN You Eat Affects Your Health

Does WHEN you eat during the day affect your metabolism and body weight?  This fascinating episode will fill you in on the latest in meal timing and your health. This

Apr 3 2024
28 min

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. Co

Mar 20 2024
29 min

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