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Ginger-Miso Tofu Noodle Soup with Broccoli, Kale, Carrots, and Bell Pepper
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 vertigo even while sitting still today, nausea, and light sensitivity. I wanted something warm and brothy that I could eat slowly, so I kept the soup mild and skipped anything spicy or acidic. Lupus: I had no rash, no body aches, no fever, and no nausea from my anti-rejection meds today. Disorder safety

Devon Tonneson
Sep 253 min read


Cabbage, White Bean, Potato, and Beef Soup with Parmesan
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today, my heart rate jumped fast, and I got short of breath walking around today. I wanted something warm, salty, and hydrating, so I made a brothy cabbage soup with potatoes, beans, beef, and Parmesan. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, and no light sensitivity. Lupus: I had no rash, no body aches, no fever, and no nausea from my anti-rejection med

Devon Tonneson
Sep 233 min read


Creamy Turmeric Chicken, Potato, Zucchini, and Kale Curry with Sesame
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-leaning today, so I made a mild turmeric chicken curry with kale, zucchini, pota

Devon Tonneson
Sep 224 min read


Crispy Falafel Bowl with Tomato-Eggplant Rice, Green Peas, and Avocado
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 something anti-inflammatory-leaning today, so I made a tomato and eggplant rice bowl with peas, avocado, and falafel. Disorder safe

Devon Tonneson
Sep 173 min read


Pan-Seared Mackerel with Egg Fried Rice and Garlicky Spinach-Tomato
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 something anti-inflammatory-leaning today, so I made oily fish with spinach, tomatoes, olive oil, and rice. Disorder safety check C

Devon Tonneson
Sep 124 min read


Braised Tofu and Napa Cabbage with Ginger-Soy Sauce
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 something warm and anti-inflammatory-leaning today, so I made tofu with napa cabbage, ginger, garlic, and a light savory broth. Dis

Devon Tonneson
Sep 103 min read


Roasted Artichokes with Herbed Ground Beef, White Beans, and Olive Oil
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 something anti-inflammatory-leaning today, so I made artichokes with white beans, herbs, and olive oil, with beef for protein. Diso

Devon Tonneson
Sep 64 min read


Crispy Potato Cakes with Herby Yogurt Sauce and Garlicky Broccoli Rabe
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 filling, so I seasoned the potato cakes well and used a savory yogurt sauce. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo, no nausea, no vomiting, 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 PO

Devon Tonneson
Sep 53 min read


Farfalle with Asparagus, Parmesan, Olive Oil, and Black Pepper
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 vertigo even while sitting still today, nausea, and light sensitivity. I wanted something warm and soft that was easy to eat slowly, so I kept the pasta simple with asparagus, Parmesan, olive oil, and black pepper. Lupus: I had no rash, no body aches, no fever, and no nausea from my anti-rejection meds t

Devon Tonneson
Aug 313 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


Ginger-Turmeric Lentil Soup with Quinoa, Cilantro, and Greek Yogurt
Symptom check-in COVID: I had a fever, sore throat, congestion, body aches, and almost no appetite today. I kept getting chills even though I felt hot, and I wanted something warm and brothy that I could eat slowly. POTS: My dizziness was worse every time I stood up today, and my heart rate jumped fast. Being sick and barely drinking made it harder, so I wanted something with broth and salt today. Vestibular migraine: I had no vestibular migraine symptoms today — no vertigo,

Devon Tonneson
Jul 284 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


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


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


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


Orecchiette Pasta Salad with Peas, Green Beans, and Cucumber
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: The nausea has been on and off for two days now. Today it was bad enough that I had to cancel lunch plans with my roommate because the idea of sitting in a restaurant felt impossible. Even scrolling on my phone was making it worse so I just put it down and lay there for a while. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine Yes Cold pasta

Devon Tonneson
Apr 172 min read


Shrimp and Vegetable Fried Rice
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: I've been nauseous since I woke up and the dizziness was bad enough this morning that I had to sit on the bathroom floor for a few minutes. Loud sounds were bothering me more than usual too. I spent most of the day horizontal with the curtains closed. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vestibular migraine Yes Plain rice is one of the safest foods d

Devon Tonneson
Apr 92 min read


Claude responded: Lemon Poppy Seed Crêpes with Blueberry Compote and RicottaLemon Poppy Seed Crêpes with Blueberry Compote and Ricotta
Symptom check-in POTS: None. Vestibular migraine: I skipped my afternoon class today because by 10am the dizziness was already bad enough that staring at a screen felt impossible. I didn't throw up but I was nauseous enough that I was scared to eat anything too heavy. I just lay in bed with the blinds down and waited for it to pass enough to make something. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS — This meal doesn't specifically target POTS symptoms Vesti

Devon Tonneson
Mar 222 min read


Coconut Smoothie Bowl with Banana, Mango, and Coconut Flakes
Symptom check-in POTS: When I stood up to get water, my heart rate jumped. I got lightheaded and short of breath, and I felt like I might black out if I pushed it. I needed fluids, sodium, and food that did not require standing for long. Vestibular migraine: I had vertigo even while lying still. Turning my head made everything spin. I felt nauseated, and bright light made it worse. Lupus: My hands hurt and felt stiff. Standing at the stove was hard. I needed something I co

Devon Tonneson
Jan 201 min read


Loaded Sweet Potato with Yogurt, Nut Butter, and Blueberries
Vestibular migraine: low-level head pressure - kept it non-acidic, no citrus, no vinegar; chose gentle flavors Lupus: mild achiness or stiffness - aimed for steady fuel and anti-inflammatory add-ons rather than processed sugar POTS : Very light headed. I passed out earlier today in Target. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS Yes Sweet potato gives steady carbs; yogurt and nut butter slow the spike and help sustain energy Vestibular migraine Usually yes Mild, no

Devon Tonneson
Jan 182 min read
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