Explore in-depth mechanisms and research findings on dietary influences on hormone regulation
Our detailed articles examine the roles of specific nutrients, dietary patterns, and meal timing in endocrine function, based on current peer-reviewed research and mechanistic understanding.
Explore the essential roles of dietary fats and cholesterol in cortisol, testosterone, and estrogen production. Learn how lipid availability affects steroid hormone synthesis and receptor function.
Read Article →Understand the cofactor roles of zinc and selenium in thyroid hormone synthesis and conversion enzymes. Discover how these micronutrients influence T3 and T4 metabolism.
Read Article →Examine vitamin D's dual role as a hormone and modulator of endocrine receptor expression. Learn how VDR signaling influences insulin sensitivity and sex hormone action.
Read Article →Discover how energy availability signals through metabolic hormones to regulate GnRH pulsatility and reproductive hormone production in response to nutritional status.
Read Article →Examine observational associations between Mediterranean and plant-rich dietary patterns and SHBG levels. Understand the relationship between diet composition and sex hormone availability.
Read Article →Explore research findings on how meal timing and eating frequency influence cortisol secretion patterns, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic hormone responses throughout the day.
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