Introduction: Autophagy – Your Gut’s Cellular Recycling System
When your gut feels sluggish, inflamed, or bloated, it may not just be a digestive issue—it could be a lack of cellular renewal. At Levitas Gut Health, we use the power of spermidine, a naturally occurring compound, to activate autophagy, support microbiome diversity, and repair the gut lining from the inside out.
Whether you’re recovering from a detox, a fast, or managing chronic inflammation, spermidine is one of our go-to tools in the Release phase of our gut healing journey.
What Is Spermidine, and Why Does It Matter for Gut Health?
Spermidine is a polyamine found in foods like natto, wheat germ, and aged cheese. It has been shown to:
- Trigger autophagy, your body’s natural clean-up mechanism.
- Enhance gut lining turnover, improving integrity and reducing permeability.
- Balance gut immunity by modulating inflammatory responses.
- Promote microbial diversity, crucial for mood, immunity, and metabolism.
🧪 Study Highlight: Eisenberg et al. (2016, Nature Medicine) demonstrated that dietary spermidine extends lifespan and improves gut-liver function in mammals.
Spermidine in the Levitas Protocol: Activate, Rebuild, Renew
After fasting, detoxing, or IV therapy, the body needs support to eliminate cellular debris and regenerate. Spermidine is key in this phase, helping:
- Clear out damaged cells via autophagy.
- Support gut barrier integrity post-inflammation.
- Reduce reactivity to food and environmental triggers.
FAQs – Spermidine & Gut Renewal
Can I just get spermidine from food?
While foods like natto contain it, therapeutic dosing requires concentrated forms, which we provide in controlled supplements.
Is spermidine safe long-term?
Yes. It’s a natural compound produced by your own cells. Long-term studies show improved cardiovascular, metabolic, and gut outcomes.
Is it suitable during fasting?
Absolutely. In fact, it enhances the cellular clean-up that fasting initiates.
Can this help with aging skin or brain fog too?
Yes—spermidine’s benefits extend beyond the gut, supporting skin health, brain function, and metabolic clarity.
Take control of your gut health today
Struggling with bloating, discomfort, or digestive issues? Book your personalized gut health consultation now and start feeling better from the inside out.