Spot On! show

Spot On!

Summary: 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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 There's no Vodka in My Vodka: The Non Alcoholic Liquor Trend | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:27:26

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.

 The Top Ten Craziest TikTok Posts | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:31:34

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.

 The Hottest Food Trends This Year | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:26:35

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!

 5 Things You Don't Know About Recycling But Should | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:31:21

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.

 Eating Back To Our Roots | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:24:45

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.

 Season 8 Recap | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:09:55

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.

 Is Health #Misinformation Making Us Sick? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:31:56

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.

 What's The Dope On Dopamine? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:28:12

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

 What Really Is A Sustainable Diet? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:39:54

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.

 The Latest On Food Allergies | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:30:49

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. 

 Should Your Hair Go On A Diet? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:30:51

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

 Prediabetes: The Latest Problem Among Young Adults | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:47:57

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.

 Do You Need To Beef Up on Protein to Bulk Up? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:27:46

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 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:10:39

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 | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:34:05

We are consuming approximately 17 teaspoons of added sugars daily. No, I am not kidding.  Researcher Dr. Michael Goran and author of Sugarproof Kids will enlighten you on how added sugars affect your health, where to find them in your diet, and what strategies you can use to ratchet down your sweet tooth. It's a sweet listen. 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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