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Spermidine: The Anti-Aging Molecule Every Perimenopausal Woman Should Know About | Leslie Kenny
Episode 456
In this powerful episode, Angela sits down with Leslie Kenny, a renowned longevity expert and founder of Oxford Healthspan, to unravel the transformative science behind spermidine—a naturally occurring compound that’s proving to be a game-changer in the world of aging and cellular health. Leslie shares how spermidine supports autophagy, boosts immune resilience, preserves fertility, and even plays a role in reversing grey hair and improving mitochondrial function. This episode is packed with insights every woman navigating perimenopause (and beyond) needs to hear.
Whether you're just starting to explore longevity tools or you’ve tried every supplement and still feel like something’s missing, Leslie explains why spermidine might be the missing piece of your puzzle. With her own incredible story of reversing her biological age to 21 at the age of 59, Leslie brings science, hope, and practical advice you can apply starting today.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Spermidine & Cellular Renewal: Spermidine is a plant-based compound that activates autophagy, the cellular "self-cleaning" process vital for aging well.
Fasting vs. Spermidine for Women: Fasting can backfire for women in high-stress phases like perimenopause—spermidine offers a gentler way to stimulate autophagy.
Supports Gut & Immune Health: Spermidine helps rebuild beneficial gut bacteria and rejuvenates immune cells, reducing inflammation and enhancing overall resilience.
Hair, Skin, and Telomeres: When paired with optimal health, spermidine may reverse grey hair, improve skin via collagen production, and protect telomeres.
Fertility & Hormonal Support: Spermidine supports egg quality and ovarian reserve—particularly important for women trying to conceive later in life.
Flexible Dosing for Deeper Results : For specific concerns, spermidine can be taken more than once daily to maintain consistent cellular benefits, much like vitamin C.
A Lifestyle Rooted in Science : Leslie shares her own biohacking routine—from Japanese-inspired meals to matcha lattes and functional “ice cream” recipes.
TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS
00:00 What spermidine is and why it matters for cellular cleanup
04:37 How to personalize your diet for optimal results
07:49 Why spermidine levels drop and how to restore them
14:10 Leslie’s journey reversing autoimmune disease and biological age
17:31 Why fasting may not work for perimenopausal women
22:38 How her food-based formula boosts spermidine naturally
28:59 Rejuvenating aging immune cells with spermidine
31:04 When to take spermidine for best results
35:28 How spermidine may support hair growth and reverse greys
39:25 Skin benefits and boosting collagen from inside out
41:26 Supporting mitochondrial health and energy levels
43:48 What telomeres are and how spermidine helps
52:08 Supporting stem cells and lower
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