Susan Kandarian, PhD, MS
Publications
Department: Health Sciences
Adnan Ali Hyder, MD, PhD, MPH
Scholarly work and Research: Prior to joining Boston University School of Public Health as its Dean in August 2025, Dr. Hyder was Senior Associate Dean for Research and Innovation and Professor of Global Health at the George Washington University’s (GWU) Milken Institute School of Public Health, where he was a faculty member since 2018. Recognized […]
Program Standards and Reasonable Accommodations
These standards apply to all individuals enrolled in the program, including students during academic coursework and interns during supervised practice, and are expected to be upheld in all learning environments (e.g., classroom, simulation, research, and clinical settings) throughout the duration of the program). Technical and Professional Standards
The Value of Whole-Person Care
FOR RANDI JACOBY, every day she is at work is a great day. As the director of Jacoby Speech Therapy Associates for Children in Manhattan for more than 40 years, she has helped countless children and their families. “My calling in life has been to lift these children up, not only to remediate speech and […]
Graduate Programs in Nutrition
Thank you for your interest in Sargent College’s graduate nutrition programs! BU’s graduate nutrition programs offer advanced study in human nutrition science, to meet students’ academic backgrounds and professional aspirations. Our mission is to prepare students to contribute to advancements across the profession. Explore our three programs to determine which is the best fit for you! We […]
“A Shock to the Global Nutrition System”- Coauthored by Lindsey Locks in AJCN
In a new paper in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Assistant Professor of Health Sciences and Global Health Lindsey Locks and co-authors discuss how the dismantling of USAID will have detrimental effects for global nutrition health. The authors argue: The abrupt withdrawal from WHO and subsequent dismantling of USAID are colossal and unforced policy […]
The Best Frozen Foods to Eat on the Mediterranean Diet, According to Dietitians (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(22/17/25, Eating Well) Expert Quote: ““Farro is a high-fiber ancient grain that is popular in the Med Diet, but unfortunately, many folks don’t know how to prepare it. This is where a frozen version, typically mixed with veggies, comes in. It’s an easy side to add to create a healthy, fuss-free meal,” says Dr. Joan Salge […]
6 Foods To Add To Your Diet If You Want Increased Muscle Definition (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(2/6/25, HuffPost) Expert Quote: “A low-cost grocery staple that offers plenty of nutritional value, beans “are an excellent source of protein [and are] rich in soluble fiber,” said Dr. Joan Salge Blake, a nutrition professor and registered dietitian nutritionist at Boston University. Read the full article.
Can An Apple A Day Keep The Doctor – And Dentist – Away? (by Joan Salge Blake)
(2/8/25, Where the Food Comes From) Expert Quote: “Apples are a sweet source of pectin, a soluble fiber, which could help lower the “bad” LDL blood cholesterol. Too much LDL cholesterol in your blood increases your risk for heart disease, the leading cause of death among Americans.” says Joan Salge Blake, RDN, a nutrition professor […]
10 Foods That Lower Cholesterol, According to Dietitians (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(2/8/25, Best Life) Expert Quote: “A bowl of oatmeal made from 3/4 cup of dry oats contains 3 grams of soluble fiber. A serving of cooked oat bran cereal (3/4 cup) has 2.2 grams, and 1 cup of oat flakes has around 1.5 grams,” shares Joan Salge Blake, RDN, a nutrition professor and registered dietitian nutritionist at Boston […]
8 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Trying to Prevent Cognitive Decline (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(2/9/25, Eating Well) Expert Quote: “Alcohol can affect memory and how the brain functions. Chronic excessive alcohol consumption can interfere with the brain’s communication pathway by reducing the size of the neurons used to transmit information in the brain,” says Dr. Joan Salge Blake, nutrition professor at Boston University. Read the full article.
With Superbowl foods getting more pricey, here’s how to eat like a champ (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(2/7/25, Boston 25 News) Professor of Nutrition Joan Salge Blake is interviewed in this Boston 25 News clip on inexpensive super bowl eating. Expert Quote: “This is what you want to do. Go to the frozen food section of the supermarket. Frozen foods have been upscaled, especially pizza. you can get wonderful frozen pizzas for about five […]
Does Hot Lemon Water Have Any Health Benefits? (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(1/28/2025, The New York Times) Expert Quote: “Hot lemon water is a hydrating drink and a good replacement for sugary options, Ms. Salge Blake said — but it’s not the cure-all that influencers promise,” Ms. Salge Blake said. Read the full article.
Do Vitamins Really Work? (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(12/5/2024, Morning Wave in Busan) Expert Quote: “You never mess with mother nature, and mother nature will not only give you all the vitamins and minerals that you need, but they also give you an added benefit,” Dr. Blake says. Watch the full video.
The scientific reason your food cravings peak during the holidays (quoting Joan Salge Blake)
(12/6/2024, Today) Expert Quote: “We all were born with a unique desire for sweets, but there’s also a psychological and physiological thing going on,” Blake explains. “The psychological is the memories and habits. When the holidays come around, it’s just all these memories of wonderful food.” Read the full article.