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Turmeric Lentil, Broccoli, and Cauliflower Bowl with White Rice
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches, a low fever, and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted a warm anti-inflammatory meal today with lentils, broccoli, cauliflower, and turmeric. Disorder safety check Conditio

Devon Tonneson
Aug 74 min read


Creamy Peanut Chickpea Curry with Brown Rice
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches, a low fever, and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted something warm and anti-inflammatory today, so I made a chickpea curry with ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, peanuts, and

Devon Tonneson
Aug 45 min read


Creamy Butternut Squash & Red Lentil Soup with Greek Yogurt, Pumpkin Seeds, and Dill
Symptom Check-In: COVID: I had a fever, chills, congestion, a sore throat, and body aches today. My appetite was still low, so I wanted something hot and soft that I could eat slowly. POTS: I had worse dizziness every time I stood up today, and my heart rate jumped fast. I was also getting short of breath just walking around the apartment, so I made the soup with broth and enough salt to help me keep up with fluids and sodium. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine

Devon Tonneson
Jul 315 min read


Herbed Salmon and Avocado Tartare Bowl with Shaved Fennel
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches, a low fever, and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted an anti-inflammatory meal today, so I made salmon with avocado, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Disorder safety check Con

Devon Tonneson
Jul 123 min read


Farfalle with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Garlicky Spinach
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted a warm anti-inflammatory-leaning meal today with spinach, tomatoes, olive oil, and a simple carb. Disorder safety check Condition W

Devon Tonneson
Jun 263 min read


Black Bean, Corn, Rice, Cucumber, and Tomato Bowl
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted a simple anti-inflammatory-leaning meal today with beans, vegetables, and a straightforward carb. Disorder safety check Condition W

Devon Tonneson
Jun 213 min read


Black Bean, Quinoa, and Arugula Bowl
Symptom check-in POTS: I had no POTS symptoms today — no dizziness when I stood up, no racing heart, and no trouble breathing with simple exercise. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches, a low fever, and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted a simple anti-inflammatory-leaning meal today with beans, whole grains, and leafy greens. Disorder safety check Condi

Devon Tonneson
Jun 193 min read


Crispy Chicken Kale Quinoa Salad with Avocado and Red Cabbage
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today and my heart rate jumped fast today. I wanted salt, protein, and a real carb, so I salted the chicken and quinoa well and ate this with electrolytes. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had body aches and a red rash across my cheeks today. I wanted an anti-inflammatory-leaning meal with leafy greens, avocado, quinoa, and o

Devon Tonneson
Jun 145 min read


Savory Beef Rice-Paper Dumplings with Creamy Cucumber Yogurt Salad
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today and my heart rate jumped fast today. I wanted something salty and substantial, so I seasoned the beef well and added a salty yogurt-cucumber side. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had no rash, no body aches, no fever, and no nausea from my anti-rejection meds today. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS Yes Se

Devon Tonneson
Jun 115 min read


Zucchini Fritters with Smoked Salmon, Greek Yogurt, and Walnuts
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: My wrists and knuckles have been throbbing since this afternoon and by the time evening came around I was using two fingers to type because bending them hurt too much. The fatigue hit hard on top of it — that specific kind of tired that sleep doesn't really fix. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically

Devon Tonneson
May 252 min read


Salmon, Pea, and Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: Work has actually been really good this 2nd half of the week — I had enough energy to get through full days without crashing and my joints have been quieter than usual. I've been trying to be consistent about eating well and I think it's starting to make a difference. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specif

Devon Tonneson
May 222 min read


Roasted Chickpeas and Broccoli with Feta
Roasted Chickpeas and Broccoli with Feta Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: My joints were so swollen on Tuesday morning that I couldn't make a fist properly. Definitely need to adjust to my post-grad work hours! Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target vestibular migraine symptoms Lupus Yes Chickpeas are rich in plant protein a

Devon Tonneson
May 202 min read


Couscous Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Feta
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: My hands and wrists have been stiff by the end of every day and I've been coming home more exhausted than I ever was after a full day of classes. I think its because I have been moving myself out of my apartment for 5 days straight and its taken a toll on my joints. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specific

Devon Tonneson
May 182 min read


Baked Cod with Steamed Greens
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: I woke up with that heavy pressure behind my left eye that I know means a migraine is either coming or already here. The vertigo was mild today but the nausea was bad enough that I skipped breakfast entirely and just lay in bed until the afternoon. By the time I felt okay enough to eat I needed something that wasn't going to set anything off. Lupus: None. But again I am trying to prevent any flareups by eating more fish! Disor

Devon Tonneson
Apr 282 min read


Roasted Mackerel with Herb Potatoes and Lemon
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: No symptoms yet, but again i am trying to include more fish in my diet given my last blood test results from Wednesday. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target vestibular migraine symptoms Lupus Yes Mackerel is one of the highest sources of omega-3 fatty acids available which directly reduce in

Devon Tonneson
Apr 262 min read


Kale and Tuna Poke Bowl with Carrot, Tobiko, Crispy Shallots, and Sesame
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: I had a rheumatology follow-up this week and my inflammation markers came back alarmingly elevated again. Taking preventative measures with my diet just in case. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target vestibular migraine symptoms Lupus Yes Tuna is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which directly cou

Devon Tonneson
Apr 242 min read


Fresh Vietnamese Spring RollsFresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: My skin has been really reactive this week — the rash on my cheeks came back and my joints have been swollen enough that typing in class was uncomfortable. I've been trying to be more intentional about what I eat on flare weeks. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target vestibular migraine sympto

Devon Tonneson
Apr 222 min read


Rice Bowl with Soy Marinated Eggs, Edamame, and Kimchi
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: I've been exhausted in that bone-deep way where even showering feels like a lot. My hands have been swollen and achy since yesterday and I've had zero appetite — this was genuinely the first thing that sounded like something I could actually eat today. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target ve

Devon Tonneson
Apr 122 min read


Beef, Spicy Rice Cakes (Tteok), and Cabbage Kimchi
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: I woke up so stiff today that getting out of bed took actual effort. My knees and wrists were the worst of it. I had that heavy, inflamed feeling that I've learned just means my body needs me to slow down and eat something that isn't going to make things worse. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically

Devon Tonneson
Apr 62 min read


Bossam (Korean Boiled Pork Belly) with Kimchi
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: I've been in a flare since Tuesday. My face has been flushed and tender and I had a low grade fever yesterday that made me cancel everything I had planned. Today was a little better but my energy was still completely gone by midday. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine — This meal doesn't specifically target vestibular migraine sy

Devon Tonneson
Apr 42 min read
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