Covers the full endocrine system with a focus on evidence-based lifestyle approaches to hormonal balance — testosterone, estrogen, cortisol, thyroid, and insulin. Relevant to ESR1, TSHR, LEPR, and CYP17A1 research.
Gottfried (a Harvard-trained OB/GYN) walks through the full endocrine system — cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, insulin, leptin — pairing each with symptom checklists, lifestyle protocols, targeted micronutrient and botanical support, and a decision tree for when to escalate to prescription treatment.
A New York Times bestseller and one of the most-recommended patient-facing books on women's hormonal health from an integrative-medicine perspective.
These peer-reviewed studies connect to the core ideas in this book. Each result has been scored for reliability.
Practical, research-based guide to testosterone optimization — covering the HPA axis, SHBG, free testosterone, and the lifestyle and clinical factors that influence the androgen system. Relevant to AR, LEPR, and testosterone pathway research.
The most practical guide to thyroid function beyond TSH — covering the genetics of thyroid hormone conversion, autoimmune thyroid conditions, and why standard thyroid tests often miss the full picture. Relevant to TSHR and THRA research.
Covers adaptogen research including ashwagandha, rhodiola, and phosphatidylserine in the context of HPA axis support. More practical and supplement-focused than the physiology books — relevant to cortisol management strategies for FKBP5 CT carriers.