About this episode

This episode discusses the renaming of PCOS to PMOS and its implications for women's health and treatment options.

If you've been diagnosed with PCOS — or suspect you might have it — this episode is essential listening. PCOS is now being renamed PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), and this isn't just a label change. It fundamentally changes how we understand and treat one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women today. In this episode, Dr. Jeni St. Onge and Tara Peterson break down: Why the name change from PCOS to PMOS matters What PMOS actually is — and why it's a metabolic condition, not just an ovarian one The most common symptoms women experience (including ones that are frequently missed) Root causes from a functional medicine perspective — insulin resistance, adrenal dysfunction, inflammation, and gut health What standard lab testing misses — and what comprehensive testing reveals Real solutions that address root causes, not just symptoms Whether you've struggled with irregular cycles, unexplained weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, or fertility challenges — and been told your labs are "normal" — this episode will give you answers and hope. Your body is not broken. There are reasons these symptoms are happening, and there are ways to heal. 🔗 Schedule…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Jeni St. Onge, Tara Peterson

Topics covered

• PCOS
• PMOS
• hormones
• metabolism
• functional medicine
• women's health

Keywords

• PCOS
• PMOS
• hormonal conditions
• metabolic condition
• insulin resistance
• adrenal dysfunction
• inflammation
• gut health
• symptoms
• functional health

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