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by Dr. 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 their fields, ready to cut through media hype and misinformation, to provide you with advice that is, well, Spot On!
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- 1 weeks ago30 min
What Is Chronic Inflammation and Should I Worry About This?
Inflammation has become one of nutrition's biggest buzzwords, but is it always something we should be worried about? We sat down with registered dietitian and author Jackie London, MS, RD, CDN, to unpack what inflammation really is, why it's not always the enemy, and what actually contributes to chronic inflammation. Plus, we bust popular diet myths and share practical, evidence-based ways to support your body's inflammatory response. Find out what's worth adding to your plate and what's just hype!
- 3 weeks ago46 min
Should You Get Your Nutrition Advice From AI?
From personalized meal plans to nutrition advice, AI is changing how we think about our diet—but is it ready to take the lead? Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Drew Hemler joins us to explore the promises and pitfalls of AI-generated health information, including how to recognize unreliable advice and get better answers from AI tools. Find out where AI can help, where it falls short, and why expert judgment still belongs in the conversation.
- Oct 8, 202641 min
Should I Be Injecting Myself With Peptides?
Peptides are a hot topic, but do you know what they are, how they work, and are legally sold? Dr. Caitlin Dow, PhD, from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), is here to tell you what the science actually says about these products. Spoiler: it's not reassuring. We dive into how injectable peptides flooded the market, why people are buying them illegally, and what's missing from the safety equation. Dr. Dow leads the fight against health misinformation, and this episode is packed with the hard truths that some in the wellness industry may not want you to know. Whether you've been tempted to try them, know someone who has, or want to understand the regulatory nightmare behind this trend, this one is a must-listen.
- Sep 24, 202630 min
What Happens When You Gulp Cannabis Beverages
The cannabis beverage industry is booming, but what about the science? That's still catching up. Dr. Tory Spindle, PhD, a leading cannabis researcher at Johns Hopkins University, cuts through the hype and delivers the evidence in this episode. We explore the origins of cannabis production, what the research actually tells us about safety, and the critical factors that shape how these products affect your body, from dose to route of administration, and individual tolerance. Whether you're curious about this emerging trend, concerned about what's in these products, or want to understand how to use them safely (if you choose to), this episode delivers the research-backed answers you need. Dr. Spindle's work has directly informed FDA policy and cannabis regulation, so you're getting expertise grounded in real science, not marketing.
- Sep 4, 202628 min
The Truth About Vaccines and Autism
To kick off Season 16, we present one debunked study, decades of vaccine hesitancy, and why it still matters. Dr. Jessie Seiler, PhD, MPH, is back on Spot On! to tackle one of the most persistent health myths of our time: the false claim that vaccines cause autism. Published and retracted in the 1990s, this single flawed study sparked a firestorm of misinformation that continues to shape public fear around vaccination today. But the science is clear, and Dr. Seiler breaks down exactly why. In this episode, we examine the study's critical design flaws, what the data actually showed, and why vaccine innovation remains one of modern medicine's greatest achievements.
- May 7, 202617 min
Season 15 Recap
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!
- Apr 24, 202623 min
IV Therapy: Help or Harm
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 appropriate outside medical settings. Tune in for an evidence-based conversation to help you decide if IV vitamins are worth it or best left in the clinic.
- Apr 9, 202635 min
Heart Health Doesn’t Start at 40, It Starts in Your Teens. No… I am NOT Kidding
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 lifestyle changes and early detection can dramatically reduce lifetime risk. Tune in to learn why, when it comes to heart health, sooner truly is better than later.
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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 their fields, ready to cut through media hype and misinformation, to provide you with advice that is, well, Spot On!
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