Discover why C15 health benefits might outperform omega-3s for longevity. Learn how this essential nutrient supports cellular integrity. Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinary epidemiologist, explains the critical role of C15 in disease prevention. Many of us focus on common nutrients, yet this specific fatty acid may be the missing piece for long-term health. The video details why cellular fragility occurs without proper C15 levels and contrasts it with traditional supplements like omega-3s. We also address the rising global concerns regarding fatty liver disease, which now affects 38% of the population. Understanding these nutritional gaps is vital for anyone looking to optimize their biological aging process and maintain robust cell structures. #fattyliver #functionalmedicine Subscribe for weekly longevity science breakdowns, and comment below if you have heard of C15 before. This groundbreaking discovery could change how we think about nutrition and longevity. View Show Notes From This Episode https://drhyman.com/blogs/content/podcast-ep1019 Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast This episode is brought to you by PaleoValley, Timeline Nutrition, LMNT, BON CHARGE, and Big Bold Health. Get nutrient-dense, whole foods. Head to paleovalley.com/hyman for 15% off your first purchase. Support essential mitochondrial health and save 10% on Mitopure. Visit timeline.com/drhyman to get 10% off today. Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order—just head to drinklmnt.com/hyman. Order BON CHARGE’s Max Red Light Therapy device today and get 15% off. Visit boncharge.com and use code DRMARK for 15% off. Try Big Bold Health’s HTB Rejuvenate and get 25% off by going to bigboldhealth.com and use code DRMARK25 at checkout. (0:00) Discovery of C15, global prevalence of fatty liver disease, and introduction of Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson (0:20) Health benefits of C15 in longevity and disease prevention (0:51) C15’s impact on liver enzymes, overall health, and aging-related conditions (1:29) Dr. Venn-Watson’s work with Navy dolphins and their chronic diseases (3:27) Dolphins’ role in Navy missions and health care; lifespan comparisons (6:35) Discovery of C15 through dolphin studies (7:32) The significance of C15 as an essential fatty acid (8:25) How C15 compares to other longevity molecules and criteria for essential fatty acids (10:59) Consequences of fragile cells and dietary sources of C15 (14:46) C15 in dairy products and the study of metabolomics (16:07) The seven longevity enablers of C15 (18:12) Longevity pathways and C15’s impact on the hallmarks of aging (24:50) C15 and gut health, synthesis, and measuring levels in patients (28:35) Longevity must-haves and establishing C15 as an essential fatty acid (33:22) Comparing C15 with other longevity molecules (37:33) C15 and treatment of metabolic diseases, including fatty liver disease (42:23) Pediatric studies and findings on C15 (49:32) Foods highest in C15 and understanding saturated fats (55:12) Multifaceted benefits of essential nutrients (1:01:17) Future research and potential of C15 (1:02:30) Addressing global metabolic health crises (1:05:06) Practical applications of C15 supplementation (1:06:13) Holistic approach to health and longevity (1:06:43) Closing remarks, next episode preview, and call to action (1:07:35) Sponsor: Thrive Market