Leslie Kenny on Overcoming Health Challenges, Gut Health, and the Benefits of Spermidine for Aging Better
Defying diagnoses and aging gracefully are no small feats.
In this episode with Leslie Kenny, we discussed an array of topics around aging, health, and the power of mindset. Leslie is someone who is a health coach along with helping individuals through her work at Oxford Healthspan and the non-profit, Oxford Longevity Project. Below is a summary and brief discussion of our episode.
For the full conversation, check out the episode below or at any listening outlet.
Defying the Odds: A Tale of Resilience
Leslie's story is one of incredible resilience and determination. Given a mere five years to live after her diagnosis, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Leslie's relentless drive and firm belief in the body's natural ability to heal led her to defy her grim prognosis and live beyond expectations.
Her work with Oxford Healthspan and Oxford Longevity Project emphasizes the importance of immune system rebalancing through diet and lifestyle modifications.
The Connection Between Gut Health and Autoimmune Conditions
A significant part of Leslie's journey involves exploring the intricate connection between gut health and autoimmune conditions. Mainstream medicine often overlooks this critical aspect.
However, Leslie and her team have delved deep into this realm, shedding light on the role of stem cell and mitochondrial dysfunction, impaired protein folding, epigenetic changes, telomere shortening, and more in the aging process. The future of health is about systematically looking at and grouping various entities for a more precise approach.
Autophagy and Fasting: A Path to Healthier Cells
Another fascinating area of discussion is autophagy, which refers to the body's way of cleaning out damaged cells to regenerate newer, healthier cells. Fasting is one way to induce autophagy, leading to healthier cells and potentially slowing down the aging process.
Without proper autophagy, proteins, organelles, and various other cellular matter build up and begin to cause your cells to malfunction or even die in certain situations.
Autophagy has numerous benefits including improving:
Cardiovascular health
Cognition and memory
Immune function
Healthy joint function
Lifespan
Polyamines: The Hidden Gems in Our Bodies
Our conversation then veers into the world of polyamines. These are a class of compounds that play a critical role in our bodies. Polyamines are involved in various physiological processes, including DNA packaging and immune response regulation. Leslie highlights the importance of spermidine supplementation.
Spermidine is a potent polyamine, known for inducing autophagy, which as mentioned earlier is the body's cellular renewal and recycling process that slows as we age.
Spermidine in humans has been shown to support cognition and heart health, balance hormones, improve hair growth and fullness (including eyelashes), modulate genes involved in your circadian rhythm, improve your deep sleep window, and strengthen your nails.
Lastly, spermidine positively affects 9 out of the 12 hallmarks of aging (if interested in spermidine, use promo code JULIAN15 to save 15% off your first purchase here).
Conclusion
This conversation with Leslie is an inspirational tale of defiance, resilience, and discovery. This conversation also unravels the mysteries of longevity, autophagy, and the role of polyamines in managing autoimmune conditions along with other general health conditions.
Her insights serve as a powerful reminder that we can steer our health and life in whatever direction we desire.
Watch the Full Episode Below
Listen to Our Conversation Below (also available at all major listening outlets)
Connect with Leslie
Website — https://oxfordhealthspan.com/
Instagram (Oxford Healthspan) — https://www.instagram.com/oxfordhealthspan/
Instagram (Leslie's) — https://www.instagram.com/lesliesnewprime/
Instagram (Oxford Longevity Project) — https://www.instagram.com/oxfordlongevityproject/
LinkedIn (Oxford Healthspan) — https://www.linkedin.com/company/68855978
LinkedIn (Oxford Longevity Project) — https://www.linkedin.com/company/oxford-longevity-project/
LinkedIn (Leslie Kenny) — https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-k-28435a/
A Special Gift and Thank You from Leslie & Oxford Healthspan
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