Confidence Nutrition Counseling

05/12/2026

Guess I'll reclassify myself as a "PMOS" expert.

I do like that this name encompasses the endocrine aspect of the condition.

It's definitely not all about reproductive organs.

Hopefully a clearer name can lead to more/better research funding! 🤞

🚨NEW NAME FOR PCOS REVEALED: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome or PMOS. What do you think?!

You may have heard rumors that Polycystic O***y Syndrome, known as PCOS, is getting renamed. I can confirm with certainty, those rumors are true!

Drum roll, please….

The syndrome formally known as Polycystic O***y Syndrome is now to be called Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome or PMOS.

Let that simmer a bit.

PMOS = Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome

While I am in favor of a name change, I VOTED AGAINST CHANGING THE ACRONYM.

To read more about the whole name change process, what happens now, and why I voted against changing it, click here: https://www.pcosnutrition.com/pcos-to-be-renamed-polyendocrine-metabolic-ovarian-syndrome/

05/12/2026

I got a special visit at work yesterday from one of the members of The Log Cabin Ranch to let me know about their 2026 beef sale!

These are their lowest prices of the year, so if you're interested in local grass-fed, grass-finished beef, be sure to stock up now!

We back all our meat with our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee... If you're not 100% satisfied... I'll make it right. -David Brubaker

05/12/2026

Such good opportunities this summer at Balanced Intentions, LLC

05/08/2026

📣 NEW PATIENT APPOINTMENT OPENING!

This Wednesday, 5/13 at 9 am, I have an opening for a new patient appointment.

If you've been waiting to meet, now is your chance!

Add metabolism testing to your appointment for a comprehensive experience!

In-network with Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Medica, and United Healthcare.

See you soon!

05/01/2026

Updated insurance info!

05/01/2026

It's finally May!

You know what that means...

I'm now an in-network provider with Medica!

(Still in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross, Cigna, and UHC, too!)

Ready to transform your health and relationship with food?

Don't wait to start feeling great! Schedule your initial visit now.

See you soon!

04/25/2026

Happy Friday, friends!

Here are my upcoming new patient openings...

Which is most of what's open for the rest of May.

REMINDER: As of May 1, I'll be in-network with Medica insurance, so please share this post with your friends that have Medica insurance and have been looking to make meaningful, sustainable changes in their health.

Thanks a million! 🧡🩵

04/22/2026

I spent the morning with the lovely Vicki from Balanced Intentions, LLC at her new space in Maryville.

I've known Vicki for the last few years and she is a great asset to the eating disorder and body image community, as well as mental health in general.

She's now able to offer yoga and somatic breathwork for her clients, as well as talk therapy.

This summer, she's offering a Teen Body Image Series, a Summer Reset for Teachers, and FREE yoga in Drost Park!

04/22/2026

"... many patients taking GLP-1 medications feel less motivated to make lifestyle changes. With medication alone, results are harder to sustain and risks are harder to avoid. But when partnered with expert guidance, healthy lifestyle choices, and education, GLP-1 treatment becomes safer and more effective."

GLP-1s can have many benefits, but also many risks if you're unable to get adequate nutrition.

Loss of lean body mass (think muscle and bone) decreases metabolic rate and increases risk of falls or other injuries. Decreased nutrient intake can cause delayed healing.

Not to mention GI side effects that some people experience, which can decrease quality of life.

If you were given a GLP-1 without nutrition guidance, feel free to reach out. I'm happy to help you reduce risk and feel great on these meds so you can life your best life!

PS - Shout out to our friends at True Wellness, LLC who know their clients benefit from working with a dietitian when starting these meds!

GLP-1 medications offer powerful weight loss, but lasting health requires expert nutrition guidance. Discover why dietitians are essential for safe treatment.

04/19/2026

If you have been spending endless time, resources and effort trying to fight, fix or escape your body, consider joining us for this gentle somatic yoga practice created to nourish the healing process with body image, disordered eating, chronic pain, body grief, and disassociation~ restoring trust, sense of safety, and connection from the inside out.

Sign up at: www.balancedintentions.com

04/17/2026

Just like that, we're booking into May.

Don't forget that starting on 5/1, I'll be in-network with Medica insurance. 🎉

It's never too early to book. As of right now, my first 4:30 pm new patient opening isn't until June 1. So, get in and reserve your time ASAP.

Take care!