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About Staci Gulbin, Registered Dietitian

Staci has been a registered dietitian since 2010 and has treated hundreds of patients for nutrition-related issues ranging from weight management, diabetes, heart health, renal health, and bariatric surgery nutrition. She has been a freelance health writer since 2011 for sites including Shape.com, Health.com, and GoodRx.com, to name a few and has been a featured nutrition expert on websites like OprahMag.com. Through her work, Staci hopes to help people improve their relationship with food and their bodies. She has a healthy living podcast No Sugar Coats found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart podcasts and a blog at www.lighttracknutrition.com.

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January 29, 2026

20+ Foods Rich in Vitamin C You Should Be Eating This Winter

Taking advantage of citrus fruits and other foods rich in vitamin C is a great way to naturally boost your…
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January 6, 2026

There Are So Many Different Types of Potatoes: Which Is the Healthiest?

In the face of so many different types of potatoes, we explore whether any stand out above the rest in…
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December 23, 2025

Are Potatoes Healthy? Busting 7 Myths About This Underrated Vegetable

Explore nutrition facts, popular potato types, and 7 common myths about potatoes to answer one important question: Are potatoes healthy?
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September 30, 2025

Microplastics and Bottled Water: Is It Safe to Drink? What the Latest Science Reveals

Research reveals that microplastics and bottled water go hand in hand — so what can we do to minimize the…
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September 3, 2025

8 Dark Chocolate Benefits to Gain by Eating It Every Day

Dark chocolate benefits range from improved cognitive function to gut microbiome support. Here’s what to know to increase your daily…
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August 6, 2025

How a High-Fiber Diet Like Fibermaxxing Could Benefit Your Health

Fibermaxxing is a new TikTok trend, a high-fiber diet that supports gut health and may reduce risk of heart disease,…
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July 24, 2025

Is Stevia Bad for You? What a Registered Dietitian Really Thinks

Is stevia bad for you? A registered dietitian explores possible health impacts to help decide if you should use it…
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July 17, 2025

Are Dates Good for You? What You Need to Know About These Dried Fruits

Despite their high sugar content, are dates good for you? Here are six nutritional benefits that make dates a healthy…
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June 19, 2025

Is Coconut Water Healthy? How to Make the Most of Its Benefits for Our Body

A registered dietitian answers: Is coconut water healthy? Here’s her POV on its benefits and how to best enjoy this…
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June 10, 2025

Eggs Nutrition Facts: Is It Healthy to Eat Eggs Every Day? A Dietitian’s POV

Let’s examine an egg’s nutrition facts to answer the question — is it bad to eat eggs every day? A…