Shrimp and Noodle Bowl

Today was actually fine. no dizziness, no joint pain, no migraine creeping in. which is exactly when i have to be careful.

i’ve learned that feeling good doesn’t mean i get to ignore food. if i skip meals or eat something random on days like this, my body will absolutely cash that check later. so instead of pushing it, i cooked something on purpose.

i wanted something steady. carbs for energy, protein so i don’t crash, salt to keep things even. nothing heavy, nothing flashy, just food that keeps the baseline where it is.

this bowl wasn’t about fixing symptoms. it was about not inviting them in.

how this usually lands for me

Condition	How it fits
POTS	Supportive if salted well. Noodles + protein help me maintain energy and avoid the late-day crash.
Lupus	Neutral-to-supportive. This doesn’t feel inflammatory for me when things are calm, especially with cooked components.
Vestibular migraine	Depends. Citrus, sesame, and nuts are fine for me on low-risk days, but I skip lime if I’ve slept badly or feel off.

Preventative Sesame Noodle Bowl with Shrimp, Edamame, and Cashews

Ingredients (1–2 servings)

• Rice noodles or wheat noodles, cooked (about 4 oz dry)

• Cooked shrimp (4–6 oz)

• Shelled edamame (½ cup)

• Cucumber or zucchini, sliced

• Scallions, sliced

• Microgreens or sprouts

• Cashews (small handful)

• Sesame seeds

• Neutral oil (1 tbsp)

• Sesame oil (1–2 tsp)

• Soy sauce or tamari, to taste

• Lime or lemon (optional)

How I make it

1. Cook noodles and drain.

2. Warm shrimp and edamame gently if needed.

3. Toss noodles with neutral oil, sesame oil, and soy sauce.

4. Add shrimp, vegetables, and greens.

5. Finish with cashews, sesame seeds, and citrus only if it’s a safe day.

6. Taste and salt again. Always.

Notes

• More POTS-friendly: extra soy sauce or a side of broth

• Migraine-adjacent day: skip citrus and nuts

• Low effort: use frozen edamame and pre-cooked shrimp