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Spiced Chickpea Toast with Avocado and Cream Cheese
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and fatigue earlier in the day, worse when I delayed eating Migraine: mild, diffuse head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Carbs + salt supported stability Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, balanced, controlled spice Ingredients (1 serving) 1–2 slice

Devon Tonneson
Oct 8, 20251 min read


Roasted Cabbage with Yogurt Sauce and Chili Oil
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and fatigue earlier in the day, worse with prolonged standing Migraine: low-grade head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue with a slowed, weighted feeling, no joint pain or active skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm food + salt supported stability Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, low-sugar, controll

Devon Tonneson
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Roasted Carrots with Yogurt, Feta, and Pomegranate
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and fatigue earlier in the day, especially if I stood too long without eating Migraine: mild, diffuse head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or active skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Carbs + salt supported stability Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, balanced, not overstimulating Ingre

Devon Tonneson
Oct 5, 20251 min read


Roasted Cauliflower and Green Sauce
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness earlier in the day, especially standing after sitting, improved once I ate Migraine: mild, diffuse head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue with a heavy, slowed feeling, no joint pain or active skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm, salty food supported stability Lupus Safe No inflammatory heavy hitters Vestibular migraine Depends Spice was fine at this

Devon Tonneson
Oct 3, 20251 min read


Roasted Sweet Potato with Kale, Chickpeas, and Hummus
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and fatigue earlier in the day, worse when I went too long without eating Migraine: mild, diffuse head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue with a heavy, slowed-down feeling, no joint pain or skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Carbs + salt supported stability Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, low-sugar, p

Devon Tonneson
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Green Oatmeal with Figs, Yogurt, and Pistachio
How my symptoms showed up POTS: morning lightheadedness and fatigue, worse before eating Migraine: low-grade head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or active skin involvement Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm carbs in the morning reduced symptoms Lupus Safe No inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Mild sweetness, no sharp sensory input Ingredients (1 serving) For the oatmeal

Devon Tonneson
Sep 30, 20251 min read


Oatmeal with Warm Cinnamon Apples and Yogurt
How my symptoms showed up POTS: morning lightheadedness and tachycardia on standing, worse before eating Migraine: dull frontal pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: heavy, flu-like fatigue but no joint pain or skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm carbs first thing reduced symptoms Lupus Safe Gentle, no inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Mild sweetness, no sharp sensory input Ingredients (1 servin

Devon Tonneson
Sep 27, 20251 min read


Cinnamon Sugar Pierogi
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and fatigue earlier in the day, worse when I delayed eating Migraine: low-grade bilateral head pressure, no nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm carbs helped reduce lightheadedness Lupus Safe No inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Mild sweetness, no sharp sensory input Ingredients (1 serving) 6–8

Devon Tonneson
Sep 26, 20251 min read


Pan-Seared Dumplings with Marinated Cucumbers
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and heart racing earlier in the day, improved once I had salt and carbs Migraine: mild bilateral head pressure, no nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or active skin involvement Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Salt + carbs helped reduce symptoms Lupus Safe No inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Depends Chili oil tolerated in small amounts Ingredients (1 serving)

Devon Tonneson
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Shrimp Glass Noodles
How my symptoms showed up POTS: lightheadedness and tachycardia on standing earlier in the day, improved after eating Migraine: dull, non-throbbing head pressure without nausea or light sensitivity Lupus: baseline fatigue, no joint pain or active skin flare-up Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Salt + carbs helped reduce symptoms Lupus Safe No inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Depends Mild spice tolerated today Ingredients (1 serving) 3–4 oz

Devon Tonneson
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Chicken Caesar Salad
How my symptoms showed up Lightheadedness if I waited too long to eat Subtle body fatigue rather than sharp symptoms Appetite present, but no interest in overly rich food Felt better once I had a few bites in me Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Salt + protein worked well Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, low-sugar, predictable Ingredients (1 serving) Cooked chicken (breaded or plain) Romaine or sim

Devon Tonneson
Sep 21, 20251 min read


Smoked Salmon Toast with Ricotta and Pesto
How my symptoms showed up Felt slightly lightheaded if I waited too long to eat Standing still felt worse than moving briefly No nausea, but low tolerance for strong smells Appetite was there, just not for a large meal Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Salt + protein worked well Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Savory, low-sugar foods are easier Ingredients (1 serving) Toasted bread Ricotta cheese Smoked s

Devon Tonneson
Sep 20, 20251 min read


Marinated Cucumbers with Sesame and Chili Oil
How my symptoms showed up Full, heavy GI feeling without nausea Low appetite but strong craving for salt and acid Felt foggy and uncomfortable after richer food earlier Cold foods felt tolerable, warm foods did not Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Neutral Salt helped, but no carbs or protein Lupus Depends Raw veg is fine for me when symptoms are quiet Vestibular migraine Depends Chili oil works only on low-sensitivity days Ingredients (1 serving) Thinly slic

Devon Tonneson
Sep 18, 20251 min read


Caramelized Banana on Peanut Butter Toast
How my symptoms showed up Heavy fatigue with that hollow, low-fuel feeling Mild nausea that improved once I started eating Head pressure without light sensitivity Felt noticeably better about ten minutes after finishing Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Carbs + fat helped stabilize me Lupus Safe Simple ingredients, no inflammatory load Vestibular migraine Depends Bananas are fine for me, sweetness kept in check Ingredients (1 serving) Toasted bread Pe

Devon Tonneson
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Tuna Crudo with Olive Oil and Scallions
How my symptoms showed up Mild nausea that worsened with strong smells Pressure behind my eyes without sharp pain Felt okay while eating, less okay standing afterward Low tolerance for heat or large portions Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Neutral Protein helped, but no carbs means limited support Lupus Depends Raw fish is fine for me when I’m stable Vestibular migraine Depends Raw + cold worked today, wouldn’t on worse days Ingredients (1 serving) Fresh ra

Devon Tonneson
Sep 16, 20251 min read


Dumplings with Greens
How my symptoms showed up Subtle head pressure that worsened if I waited too long to eat General body heaviness, especially standing Mild nausea that improved with warm food Low tolerance for cold or crunchy textures Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Warm, salty food helped stabilize me Lupus Safe No obvious inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Generally safe Warm, savory foods are easier Ingredients (1 serving) Steamed or boiled dumplings Cooked

Devon Tonneson
Sep 14, 20251 min read


Soba Noodles with Cucumber and Carrot
How my symptoms showed up Pressure across my forehead without stabbing pain Slight nausea that improved after eating Felt unsteady if I waited too long between bites Sensory tolerance was low, but textures were manageable Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Salt + carbs helped smooth things out Lupus Safe Simple ingredients, low inflammatory load Vestibular migraine Generally safe Cool, mild flavors worked today Ingredients (1 serving) Cooked soba noodl

Devon Tonneson
Sep 13, 20251 min read


Chia Pudding with Yogurt and Berry Swirl
How my symptoms showed up Dull pressure in my temples with intermittent nausea Light sensitivity, no spinning yet Body felt heavy and slow, especially standing Appetite present but fragile Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Eating early helped stabilize me Lupus Safe Gentle, no inflammatory load Vestibular migraine Generally safe Cold + soft was tolerable Ingredients (1 serving) Chia pudding (pre-soaked) Plain yogurt Berry compote or mashed berries Opt

Devon Tonneson
Sep 11, 20251 min read


Yogurt Bowl with Persimmon, Granola, and Peanut Butter
How my symptoms showed up Sharp pain in my temples with intermittent nausea Light sensitivity but no spinning Skin calm earlier, later noticed a butterfly rash spreading toward my neck Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Eating early + protein helped stabilize me Lupus Safe No inflammatory triggers Vestibular migraine Depends Persimmon is fine for me in small portions Ingredients (1 serving) Plain yogurt (full-fat or Greek) Ripe persimmon, sliced Granol

Devon Tonneson
Sep 10, 20251 min read


Peas and Ricotta on Toast
Disorder safety check Condition Verdict Notes POTS Helpful Protein + carbs worked well Lupus Safe No inflammatory heavy hitters Vestibular migraine Safe Mild flavors, no sharp triggers Ingredients (1 serving) Toasted bread Ricotta cheese Cooked green peas Olive oil Salt and black pepper Optional: lemon zest How I made it Toast bread until just crisp. Spread ricotta generously. Spoon warm peas on top. Finish with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon zest if tolerated. E

Devon Tonneson
Sep 8, 20251 min read
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