The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Show The Science of Aging Well: Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson On Longevity Tips & Lifespan, & Living Well
Mar 7, 2025
Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, CEO of Fatty15 and a distinguished veterinary epidemiologist, shares her groundbreaking research on longevity. She explains the crucial difference between lifespan and healthspan, advocating for a focus on living well. The role of C15 in health, including its impact during pregnancy, is also discussed, emphasizing its benefits for fetal development. Insights into the importance of lifestyle changes, cognitive wellness, and social connections for aging gracefully round out the conversation with practical tips for improving overall health.
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Longevity Misconception
- People often misunderstand longevity as simply living longer, regardless of health.
- True longevity is about extending healthspan, enjoying a longer life in good health, not just lifespan.
Keys to Longevity
- Prioritize exercise, a healthy diet, sufficient sleep, and social connections for longevity.
- Also consider interventions targeting aging hallmarks, offering clinically meaningful benefits, and preventing major diseases.
Unique Approach to Longevity
- Unlike research based on short-lived species, Dr. Venn-Watson’s book focuses on longevity discoveries in dolphins.
- This offers a new perspective, as nature has already unlocked longevity in these long-lived mammals.
