The deliberate design of interventions to modulate, mimic, or suppress hormonal pathways for desired outcomes. This ranges from creating synthetic hormones and receptor blockers in pharmaceuticals to designing lifestyle protocols (light exposure, meal timing, exercise regimens) that hack the endocrine system. Advanced concepts include gene therapies to recalibrate hormonal set points or implantable bio-sensors that release hormones in a closed-loop feedback system.
Example: "The biohacker was into hormonal engineering. He used a continuous glucose monitor, blue-light filters, and precise weight-training timing to keep his insulin sensitivity high and his cortisol curve flat. He wasn't just living; he was conducting a symphony of chemical messengers with his daily routine."
by Abzugal January 30, 2026
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