Stacie De Lucia | Sanctuary Functional Medicine

Meet Stacie De Lucia, MS, RDN, LDN

She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from the University of Delaware and a master’s degree in Functional Nutrition from Parker University. She's passionate about teaching patients how to find a healthy balance and helping them discover just how powerful food can be as medicine.

Her goal is always to meet you exactly where you are in your nutrition journey. Together, we’ll find practical, sustainable solutions that support your healing and help you thrive throughout your program here at Sanctuary Functional Medicine.

Provider-Led Wellness

Stacie supports each patient through their wellness journey by offering personalized, practical, and deeply informed nutrition guidance. She partners with patients by:

Reviewing functional lab results through a nutrition-focused lens
Translating complex findings into clear, actionable dietary steps
Creating individualized nutrition plans that align with each patient’s unique needs
Supporting metabolic, hormonal, gut, and inflammatory balance through food-as-medicine strategies
Working closely with our providers and enrollment team to ensure coordinated, whole-person care

With a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and a master’s degree in Functional Nutrition, Stacie brings extensive training in how nutrients, lifestyle, and physiology work together to shape health. Her approach empowers patients to use food intentionally—rebuilding energy, stabilizing systems, and supporting long-term healing through sustainable choices.

The Difference She Brings to Your Care

Stacie combines deep nutritional insight with a warm, encouraging presence that helps patients feel supported at every step. Patients value her ability to:

Make nutrition approachable, realistic, and free of overwhelm
Transform lab results into simple, strategic dietary adjustments
Identify nutrient imbalances and lifestyle factors contributing to symptoms
Build personalized plans that align with busy schedules, preferences, and comfort levels

She brings compassion, clarity, and a grounded understanding of functional nutrition—helping patients discover how food can restore balance, enhance resilience, and support lasting wellness.

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A Special Note From Stacie

“I believe food can be one of your greatest tools for healing, and you deserve support that feels clear, compassionate, and doable. I’m here to help you understand your body, rebuild confidence in your choices, and find a nutrition plan that truly works for your life. Together, we’ll nourish your health—one step at a time.”

Stacie De Lucia, MS, RDN, LDN

Teenage Competition Between Whole Food and Ultra-Processed

Some would say the world is a rat-race, but today we focus on a food race between old-fashioned whole foods delivered by nature and new-fangled ultra-processed foods delivered by Big Food and its technology. In a sense, striving for excellence, especially in producing food for growing populations, is not inherently a bad thing. Understanding food, both how to produce it and how to judge its health, is a worthy goal, but like any race, the criteria makes a huge difference.

Dr. Eric Potter

How Seasonal Eating Can Naturally Boost Your Health and Wellness

If you have been looking for a new way to eat healthier, support your local community, or get your kids involved in the kitchen, try eating seasonally! If you are local to middle Tennessee, you know there are so many wonderful farms and farmers markets to explore all year round. If not, I still encourage you to investigate what options might be out there for buying local produce. Here are some reasons why it’s a good idea for you and your family: Local produce has more nutr

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Could the Foods You’re Eating Be Making Your Seasonal Allergies Worse?

Iron is a one of the most important minerals in our bodies. It is responsible for our body’s energy, oxygen transport, and overall vitality. Yet, iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide. This most often comes with symptoms such as chronic fatigue, paleness, brittle nails, weakness, and even compromises the immune system. Whether you're an athlete, a busy parent, or are someone who struggles with iron deficiency, ensuring you get enough iro

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Artificial sweeteners promise sweetness without consequences—but long-term research suggests they may increase body fat, BMI, and waist circumference.

Fake Sweets, Real Fat: Why Artificial Sweeteners Miss the Mark

Artificial sweeteners promise sweetness without consequences—but long-term research suggests they may increase body fat, BMI, and waist circumference.

Dr. Eric Potter

Why Quercetin Is a Foundational Supplement in Functional Medicine

Quercetin is frequently incorporated into Sanctuary protocols because of its wide-ranging therapeutic benefits. This naturally occurring flavonoid is best known for its role in allergy support, antioxidant protection, prevention of LDL cholesterol oxidation, and assistance with metal detoxification. Emerging research has also identified additional benefits, including support for prostatitis, modest effects on blood pressure and blood sugar regulation, and antiviral activity,

Dr. Eric Potter