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Emerging evidence indicates that biological sex is an important determinant of mitochondrial function, in part through the regulatory effects of sex hormones on mitochondrial biogenesis, oxidative phosphorylation, reactive oxygen species production, and quality control mechanisms. Estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone differentially modulate mitochondrial dynamics, substrate utilization, antioxidant capacity, and immune signaling, resulting in distinct mitochondrial phenotypes that may influence disease susceptibility across the lifespan. In this review, we synthesize current knowledge on the mechanistic basis of sex differences in mitochondrial function and highlight mitochondria as key mediators linking endocrine signaling to immunometabolic regulation. We discuss how mitochondrial-derived signals, including mitochondrial reactive oxygen species, mitochondrial DNA release, and cardiolipin exposure, activate inflammatory pathways such as NF-\u03baB, cGAS\u2013STING, and NLRP3 inflammasome signaling. These pathways may contribute to chronic inflammation, gut barrier dysfunction, and systemic metabolic disruption. We further examine the impact of major endocrine transitions, including pregnancy, the postpartum period, menopause, and androgen imbalance in conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, on mitochondrial function and disease risk. Particular emphasis is placed on the gastrointestinal tract as a metabolically active and mitochondria-dependent interface, where mitochondrial dysfunction may contribute to epithelial barrier disruption, microbial dysbiosis, and systemic inflammation. Finally, we discuss emerging therapeutic strategies targeting mitochondrial function, including exercise, hormone-based therapies, mitochondria-targeted antioxidants, and interventions aimed at improving mitochondrial quality control. 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