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!
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That's a rap on Season 15! This season was packed with insightful discussions, led by expert guests on topics such as protein, the correlation between stress and chronic pain, and weight maintenance after GLP-1s. A huge thank you to all our listeners for tuning in to SpotOn!
In this episode, we take a closer look at the growing trend of IV vitamin infusions with Dr. Jessie Seiler, social epidemiologist and Senior Associate at the Center for Science in the Public Interest. Are these wellness drips a legitimate health boost or just expensive hype? We break down what the science actually says about their safety and effectiveness, and when they may (or may not) be…
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lloyd-Jones, Director of the Framingham Heart Study, to discuss why preventing heart disease starts earlier than most people think. We explore the power of early screening for key blood biomarkers and how decades of research show that small risk factors in young adulthood can shape long-term cardiovascular health. Dr. Lloyd-Jones explains how proactive…
In this episode, we sit down with leading weight management expert Dr. Holly Wyatt to talk about what really happens after the medication stops. With over 25 years of experience in long-term weight control, Dr. Wyatt explains how GLP-1 medications work and why maintaining weight loss can be challenging once you come off them. We dive into the biology of weight regain, the role of metabolism and…
In this episode, we’re joined by physical therapist Dr. Milica McDowell, DPT, co-author of Walk, to explore why this simple movement is one of the most powerful tools for lifelong health. We unpack the latest clinical and public health research showing how regular walking can boost longevity, lower injury risk, and strengthen mental and social well-being. Dr. McDowell shares practical, realistic…
In this episode, we analyze the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans with guest Grace Chamberlin, MPH, Policy Associate at the Center for Science in the Public Interest. We discuss how the new DGAs were created, what has changed this time, and why traditional tools like the food pyramid might no longer be the best way to show Americans how to eat. Grace explains what these guidelines mean for…
In this episode, we sit down with psychotherapist and bestselling author, Nicole Sachs, to discuss her book Mind Your Body and the powerful story behind it. Nicole shares the origins of her work and how her own experiences shaped her approach to healing. We explore the science and psychology of how the mind and nervous system influence chronic pain, and how this connection can be harnessed for…
Welcome to Season 15! To kick things off, we break down everything you need to know about protein with all-star sports dietitian Leslie Bonci. From understanding what protein actually does in the body to determining how much you really need, we address common questions and concerns about high-protein diets and their impact on health. We also cover different protein sources, the role of…
That's a rap on season 14! This season was packed with insightful discussions, led by expert guests on topics like food additives, meal delivery kits, and sports supplements like creatine. A huge thank you to all our listeners for tuning in to SpotOn!
In this episode, we explore how your body’s internal clock, your circadian rhythm, shapes everything from metabolism to weight regulation. Guest expert, Dr. Dayna Johnson, breaks down what circadian rhythms are, why staying in sync is essential for long-term health, and how modern habits like late-night eating and irregular sleep can throw everything off. We also discuss practical strategies to…
