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Vietnamese-Style Chicken Glass Noodle Salad with Crunchy Vegetables and Peanut-Lime Dressing
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today and my heart rate jumped fast today. I wanted something salty with an easy carb, so I used glass noodles, seasoned chicken, peanuts, and a savory dressing. 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

Devon Tonneson
Oct 64 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


Salty Mezze Plate with Beet Hummus, Dill Cucumber Salad, Pickles, Olives, Rainbow Carrots, and Buttered Rye Toast
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 really salty that I could graze on slowly, so I built the plate around pickles, olives, salted beet hummus, and buttered toast. 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

Devon Tonneson
Sep 193 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


Seared Beef Patty with Wilted Greens and Braised Cabbage
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 salty and high-protein, so I seasoned the beef well and used broth for the greens and cabbage. 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

Devon Tonneson
Sep 23 min read


Tagliatelle with Ground Beef, Peas, and Parmesan Pan Sauce
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 salty and carb-heavy, so I made pasta with seasoned beef, peas, 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 meds today. Disorder safety

Devon Tonneson
Aug 264 min read


Tagliatelle with Tomato Sauce, Feta, and Oregano
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 salty and carb-heavy, so I made pasta with a properly salted tomato sauce and plenty of feta. 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.

Devon Tonneson
Aug 183 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


Loaded Baked Potato with Sour Cream, Bacon, and Chives
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 the apartment today. I wanted something salty and filling, so I loaded a baked potato with bacon, sour cream, and extra salt. 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

Devon Tonneson
Jul 154 min read


Warm Baby Potato Bowl with Herbed Cottage Cheese, Chives, and Cucumbers
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today and my heart rate jumped fast today. I wanted something salty with a real carb, so I salted the potatoes well and made the cottage-cheese base savory instead of leaving it plain. 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

Devon Tonneson
Jul 54 min read


Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Avocado, Parmesan, and Croutons
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 high-protein, so I seasoned the chicken well, used plenty of Parmesan, and made the dressing salty enough to actually help. 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

Devon Tonneson
Jul 24 min read


Peanut Butter & Raspberry Jam Toast with Caramelized Bananas
Symptom check-in POTS: I had dizziness every time I stood up today and my heart rate jumped fast today. I wanted an easy carb-heavy breakfast, so I used salted peanut butter and ate this with electrolytes. 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 POTS S

Devon Tonneson
Jun 243 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


Taco-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Beef, Cheddar, and Greek Yogurt
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 high-protein, so I seasoned the beef well, added cheese, and did not hold back on the salt. 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

Devon Tonneson
Jun 64 min read


Crispy Shredded Beef Tacos with Oaxaca Cheese, Onion, and Cilantro
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 the seasoned beef, cheese, and salted tortillas worked well today. 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

Devon Tonneson
Jun 44 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


Banana Bread Bowl with Greek Yogurt, Sliced Banana, and Almond Butter
Symptom check-in POTS: I could barely get out of bed this morning. Every time I stood up I had to grab onto something — my heart was racing and I felt that grey-out feeling behind my eyes that means I've been horizontal too long. I'd been putting off eating and I knew I needed something fast. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS Yes Banana provides potassium which supports blood pressure regulation; the combination of carbs f

Devon Tonneson
Apr 182 min read


Crispy Chicken Cutlet Bowl with Potato Wedges, Lettuce, and Ranch
Symptom Check in: POTS: I had a really long day on campus and by the time I got home I'd been upright and moving for hours. My heart rate was all over the place on the subway ride back and I felt that familiar heavy crash the second I sat down. I hadn't eaten enough during the day and I could feel it catching up with me. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS Yes Potato wedges provide dense slow-release carbohydrates that help

Devon Tonneson
Apr 142 min read


Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Greens and Dipping SaucePan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Greens and Dipping Sauce
Symptom check-in POTS: My heart rate was spiking all evening — I tried to do some light reading after dinner yesterday and even just sitting upright for too long made me feel off. This morning wasn't much better. I kept having to take breaks just doing normal things around the apartment. Vestibular migraine: None. Lupus: None. Disorder safety check Condition Works? Why POTS Yes Chicken thighs are high in protein which helps stabilize blood pressure; the soy-based dipping sauc

Devon Tonneson
Apr 22 min read
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