Could This Controversial, Newly Discovered "Dolphin Drug" Be A Missing Key To Longevity? The C15:0 Story, With Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson

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May 15, 2025

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinary epidemiologist and author of The Longevity Nutrient, reveals her journey from caring for Navy dolphins to uncovering the groundbreaking fatty acid C15:0. This newly identified essential fatty acid could revolutionize our approach to health and longevity. Learn how insights from dolphin longevity can inform human wellness, challenge conventional views on saturated fats, and open new frontiers in anti-aging research, all while offering practical tips for leveraging this exciting discovery!

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ANECDOTE

Long-Lived Navy Dolphins' Health

Navy dolphins live 2-3 times longer than wild ones due to exceptional care and environment.
These dolphins develop chronic health issues similar to humans, providing a unique study model.

INSIGHT

C15:0 Fatty Acid Discovery

C15:0 is an odd chain saturated fatty acid found largely in dairy fat, not fish.
It uniquely predicts the healthiest aging dolphins and is now recognized as essential.

INSIGHT

C15:0 as Newly Identified Essential Fatty Acid

An essential fatty acid must be obtained from diet as the body can't produce enough.
Before C15, only omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids were recognized as essential since 1929-1931.

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In this mind-blowing episode, you'll get to discover how a Navy dolphin program accidentally cracked open an exciting breakthrough in human health and longevity.

I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinary epidemiologist whose fascinating path led her from caring for military dolphins to identifying a completely overlooked fatty acid—C15:0—that's now being recognized as the first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years.

If you’ve ever been confused about dairy fat, the nuances of saturated fats, or how to truly fuel your body for lasting vitality, this conversation will clear it all up—and give you real, actionable ways to start leveraging this cutting-edge science right away.

Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/c15

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Could This Controversial, Newly Discovered "Dolphin Drug" Be A *Missing Key* To Longevity? The C15:0 Story, With Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson

Long-Lived Navy Dolphins' Health

C15:0 Fatty Acid Discovery

C15:0 as Newly Identified Essential Fatty Acid

Could This Controversial, Newly Discovered "Dolphin Drug" Be A Missing Key To Longevity? The C15:0 Story, With Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson