The Leaders Edge - Hormonal Harmony: The Key to Leadership and Well-Being

Join your host Steve Steele on The Leader's Edge”, where we dive deep into the intersection of health and leadership with insights you won't want to miss! This Thursday, April 30th at 11 AM PST, 1 PM CST, and 2 PM EST, tune in to the 216 Creator Studio Business Network Channel as Dr. Natasha Mankins unpacks the complexities of hormonal health.In this episode, Natasha discusses the limitations of standard blood tests for hormone levels, particularly for women who sense hormonal imbalances yet receive 'normal' lab results. She highlights the critical differences between measuring hormone levels in blood versus saliva or urine, emphasizing how tissue-level activity can more accurately correlate with symptoms like insomnia, low energy, irritability, and mood changes. Learn why testing at the right time and with the appropriate medium is essential for identifying hormonal deficiencies or imbalances that align with patients' experiences.Natasha champions a root cause approach to health issues, advocating for comprehensive testing over mere symptom management. She reveals often-overlooked biomarkers like iron levels and their potential links to sleep disorders, as well as the importance of hormone metabolites in the body’s detoxification processes during sleep.For those unfamiliar with medical terminology, Natasha simplifies the concept of biomarkers, using A1C as a relatable example for diabetes. She aims to make health discussions accessible and informative for all listeners.With a rich background that spans from working in a compounding pharmacy to earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree and specializing in functional medicine, Natasha’s philosophy is rooted in personalized care. She believes in restoring balance to the body through innovative thinking and an integrative approach, drawing on her own health journey as a single mom navigating pharmacy school.Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could reshape your understanding of health and wellness.https://linktr.ee/216creatorstudiosyoutube.com/@216thenet/StreamsASCAP License - 40007852info@216creatorstudios.com