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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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 26: How to Set (and Stick to) Your Healthy Resolutions | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:30:50

| About This Episode | Setting a New Year’s resolutions is easy. Keeping it is hard. We're kicking off season 3 with Keri Gans, MS, RD, author of The Small Change Diet: 10 Steps for a Thinner You. Keri will teach us how to set — and actually keep — our healthy resolutions. With proper planning and small steps, anyone can start fresh! Thank you for listening! Check out The Keri Report: https://kerigansny.com/the-keri-report/ Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake Support Spot On!: https://anchor.fm/spoton/support

 Season Two Recap | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:23:13

| About This Episode | Season two is officially complete! In this recap episode, we have taken clips from each segment this season to give you an overview that will leave you wanting more. Listen to this episode to hear some quick tips then go back and listen to episodes that intrigue you.  We are so thankful for our Spot On! listeners, and we cannot wait for season three!  Thank you for listening to Spot On! Find us on Social: http://www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ http://www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ http://twitter.com/joansalgeblake Support SpotOn!: https://anchor.fm/spoton/support

 25: Thrifting: In with the Old, Out with the New | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:29:33

| About This Episode | It's good for your wallet, the environment, and your wardrobe. This week on Spot On! we're talking thrifting with Jessica Vuong. Jessica is a recent college grad who wants to help us reduce our carbon footprint by shopping second-hand. This episode is chock full of tips for anyone who wants to save money, shop sustainably, and thrive in the thrift store! Check out Jessica's guide to thrifting on FreshU: https://bit.ly/2P7AFDK Thank you for listening to Spot On! Find us on Social: http://www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ http://www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ http://twitter.com/joansalgeblake Support SpotOn!: https://anchor.fm/spoton/support

 24: To Snack or Not to Snack | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:28:46

| About This Episode | This week on Spot On! we're talking snacks. Americans love to snack, but we're not snacking smartly. The most popular snacks? Chips and chocolate. On this week's episode, we talk with Rachel Paul, PhD, RD, of the College Nutritionist. Listen to find out the reasons behind why we snack, and how we can choose snacks that are healthy, delicious, and convenient. Thank you for listening to Spot On! Check out Rachel on Instagram @collegenutritionist Find us on Social: www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake Support Spot On!: https://anchor.fm/spoton/support This episode is sponsored by Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast

 23: Why You Need to Hug a Farmer | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:34:08

| About This Episode | Do you trust farmers to have your best interest and health in mind?  Leah McGrath, a dietitian for almost 25 years, does! Leah has spent the last eight years visiting farms of all types and sizes.  This week Leah joins us on Spot On! to talk about what actually happens at farms, and why everyone should hug a farmer.  Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake (11/14 Disclaimer: "Why You Should Hug a Farmer" had a technical issue that is now fixed. If the episode automatically downloaded for you, you can re-download the correct version on iTunes or wherever you listen to Spot On! We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you enjoy the episode!)

 22: The Crazy Cash You Can Save with Coupons | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:49:09

| About This Episode | Can coupons really save you money, or are they just a waste of time? This week on Spot On!, we are joined by Joanie Demer of the Krazy Coupon Lady. Joanie and her partner, Heather Wheeler, built the Krazy Coupon Lady to help save you money using coupons with their FREE app! Listen to find out more about how to easily save money on groceries, restaurants, and more.  Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 21: Milking Almonds? Navigating Plant-Based Milks | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:28:37

| About This Episode | Oat milk, almond, coconut, soy... are you dizzy yet?  This week on Spot On! we are joined by Jill Castle, Registered Dietitian & Pediatric Nutritionist. Jill gave us insight into how these plant-based milks are made, and how they stack up nutritionally to traditional cow's milk. Want to know which milk is best for your lifestyle? Tune in to find out! Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 20: Time to Break Your Love Affair with Bottled Water | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:35:34

| About This Episode | Thinking beyond the concern of plastic used for bottled water, do you actually know what you're drinking? Where does this water come from? Is it safe, or can it more dangerous than using the tap? This week on Spot On!, we are joined by Ryan Felton, an Investigative Reporter from Consumer Reports. Ryan has years of experience as an investigative reporter, and he has spent the past year writing and reporting the truth about bottled water. Check out his article: https://www.consumerreports.org/bottled-water/should-we-break-our-bottled-water-habit/ Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 19: Why Trendy Frozen Meals Need To Be In Your Freezer | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:22:30

| About This Episode | Is fresh food really best? Frozen foods and frozen meals get a bad rep, but could they actually have the same or MORE nutritional value than fresh foods? Nutritionist Heather Mangieri joins us this week on Spot On! to explain how frozen foods are created, and if you should stock your freezer with them or keep them out. Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 18: The Hidden Truth About Clean Eating | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:35:39

| About This Episode | The trend of clean eating has gone beyond the notion of eating fresh fruits and vegetables to a dangerous place.  This week we are joined by Dr. Paula Quatromoni, the Chair of the Department of Health Sciences and Associate Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at Boston University. She also has clinical expertise in a variety of areas including sports nutrition and eating disorders. Dr. Quatromoni is here to give you the clean facts about clean eating Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening!  www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 17: Why Do I Miss My Pet More than My Parents | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:27:36

| About This Episode | Ever wonder why you miss your pets more than your parents at college? Well, there might be a way to help that while reducing your stress too! THERAPY DOGS! This week we invited Cara Guenthur and her adorable therapy dog, Otis, to the studio for more information about therapy dogs and how they can help people in college and in the workplace! Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 16: Beginner's Guide to Meal Prep | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:32:53

| About This Episode |  Does meal prep intimidate you? Where should you even begin? And why is everyone obsessed with it?  This week on Spot On! we explain everything a beginner should know about meal prep to be the most successful, including what NOT to do. We welcome back Toby Amidor, MS RD CDN, an expert on meal prep! Shes the author of the best-selling cookbooks "Smart Meal Prep for Beginners" and "The Healthy Meal Prep Cookbook."   Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 15: Is Diet the New Botox? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:40:31

| About This Episode | Most people have a daily skincare routine, but they are missing a major element in having healthy skin... the DIET!  Dr. Patricia Farris, a dermatologist and professor at Tulane University, joins us this week on Spot On! to talk about how the food you're putting into your body has a huge effect on the look and feel of your skin. Could you actually fight aging with a fork and knife? Listen to find out! Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening!  www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/  www.instagram.com/spot_on_podcast/  twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 14: What Instagram is Really Doing to Your Brain | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:36:33

| About this Episode | WELCOME TO SEASON TWO OF SPOT ON! In our season premiere, we are joined by Marci Evans, a registered dietitian who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and body image concerns with a passion for neuroscience. Marci explains the science behind how Instagram affects your brain and how it can change your emotions on a chemical level beyond your control.  Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening! www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/ www.instagram.com/joansalgeblake/ twitter.com/joansalgeblake

 Season One Recap | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:24:21

| About this Episode | This is the last episode of season one of Spot On! We take the highlights from all 13 episodes to give you some quick health and wellness tips. Go back and listen to any episode after getting a taste from this recap. Host Dr. Joan Salge Blake thanks all Spot On! listeners for supporting throughout season one. Stay tuned for season two in the Fall!   Enjoy this episode of Spot On! and don't forget to subscribe and like our Facebook page! Thank you for listening!  www.facebook.com/SpotOnDrJSB/  www.instagram.com/joansalgeblake/  twitter.com/joansalgeblake  

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