Mitochondria play a crucial role beyond energy production, influencing inflammation and the synthesis of key hormones like cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone. They are integral to the human stress response, affecting cortisol and adrenaline release, inflammation, and epigenetic changes. By manipulating mitochondrial genes, researchers have uncovered their impact on stress regulation, highlighting the complex dynamics of these cellular powerhouses in orchestrating hormonal balance and cellular communication.
