PCOS is now PMOS: A holistic approach to managing symptoms
Mini Episode 1 – airs June 9, 2026
The Wholistic Take: Health News and Trends through a Wholistic Lens
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HOST: Dr. Daina Parent, ND
GUEST: Betsy Miller, MS, CNS, RH(AHG), DCN-c
In this mini episode, Dr. Daina Parent and Betsy Miller discuss the recent renaming of the condition formerly known as PCOS, know renamed PMOS. They cover what this name change means, why it’s important and how it will affect women’s healthcare going forward. Parent and Miller emphasize the importance of a holistic approach in managing PMOS symptoms, including lab testing, diet, herbs, nutrients, and lifestyle.
Betsy Miller is a Registered Herbalist and Certified Nutrition Specialist, and the manager of Clinical Product Support at Standard Process. Betsy specializes in nutrition and herbs for women’s reproductive health, particularly fertility challenges, prenatal care and postpartum support. In addition to her work with Standard Process, Betsy teaches in the herbal medicine program at the School of Integrative Health at the Notre Dame Maryland University
Podcast Summary
- 1:35 PCOS is now PMOS – why is this news?
- 2:55 How the new name will help woman receive the proper diagnosis
- 4:33 LH:FSH Ratio – when and how to test for these
- 5:24 Supporting symptoms of PMOS including insulin resistance, ovulation, and hyperandrogenism
- 6:48 Lab testing, nutrients and herbs for blood sugar regulation
- 9:57 Menstrual Irregularities – individualized approach paired with labs, nutrients and herbs
- 14:11 Supporting hyperandrogenism and hirtuism
- 15:19 How to support fertility challenges
- 17:24 Diet and lifestyle recommendations for managing PMOS
