Spermidine
A naturally occurring polyamine that declines with age — it's one of the most exciting compounds in longevity research because it triggers autophagy, your body's cellular cleanup process.
Benefits
- +Triggers autophagy — your cells' recycling and repair mechanism
- +May support cardiovascular health and longevity
- +Emerging evidence for improved cognitive function with age
- +May support healthy cell renewal
- +Levels naturally decline with age — supplementation aims to restore youthful levels
Dosage & Cost
This is a very small dose — mg, not grams. Wheat germ is the richest natural source. Research is promising but still in early stages — manage expectations.
Side Effects
- !Generally well-tolerated at studied doses
- !May cause mild digestive upset or nausea in some people
- !Research is still relatively early — long-term effects not fully characterized
- !May interact with certain medications (consult your doctor if on cancer treatment)
Food Sources
- • Wheat germ (richest source)
- • Aged cheese
- • Mushrooms
- • Soybeans
- • Legumes
- • Green peas
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