The Science of Aging Well: What Dolphins Can Teach Us About Human Health | Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson

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How did studying military dolphins lead to a breakthrough in human health? Our guest today, Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, is a scientist, entrepreneur, and veterinarian with a remarkable story – one that begins with dolphins and leads to groundbreaking discoveries about human health. Her research with Navy dolphins led to the discovery of C15, an essential fatty acid with the potential to revolutionize how we think about healthy aging and longevity. I’ve been fascinated by the role of fatty acids in the aging process for a long time... Today, we explore C15’s critical role in maintaining healthy cells, and how it may even help fight against diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even Alzheimer’s. What I love about this conversation is how Stephanie brings the science to life – showing us how the simplest discoveries can have profound implications for our health and well-being. Our mission and values are so aligned that we partnered with her breakthrough C15 product, Fatty15. Stephanie and the team at Fatty15 are reshaping the world’s approach to healthy aging, and I’m thrilled to support their mission of advancing human health through cutting-edge science. Try out Fatty15 for yourself and receive 15% off when you visit https://fatty15.com/FINDINGMASTERY. This is one of those conversations that makes you rethink how you care for your body, what you eat, and what truly supports healthy aging. So whether you’re on your own mission to change the world or simply interested in practical ways to live a healthier life, this conversation with Dr. Stephanie is one you won't want to miss. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 02:30 - Dr. Venn-Watson's Background and Pattern Recognition Skills 04:00 - Growing Up and Early Career Path 06:30 - Experience with DARPA and Military Research 09:00 - Introduction to the Navy Dolphin Program 13:30 - Dolphins' Lifespan: Wild vs. Navy Care 16:00 - The Evolution of Dolphins and Their Return to the Ocean 20:00 - Dolphin Social Behaviors and Unique Abilities 24:00 - The Discovery of C15 Fatty Acid 27:30 - Why Fatty Acids Matter for Cell Membrane Health 31:00 - Understanding Different Types of Fatty Acids 35:00 - How C15 Differs from Other Saturated Fats 39:00 - The Cellular Fragility Syndrome 43:00 - Sources of C15 in the Human Diet 47:30 - The Problem with Modern Diets and C15 Deficiency 51:00 - C15's Effects on Cholesterol and Heart Health 55:30 - The Development of Fatty15 Supplement 59:00 - C15 and Longevity Pathways 01:04:00 - C15's Unexpected Benefits for Sleep and Joint Pain 01:08:00 - The Importance of Social Connections for Health 01:10:30 - Concluding Thoughts and Where to Learn More _______________________________ Get Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine here: https://findingmastery.com/morningmindset/ Explore more Finding Mastery episodes: https://findingmastery.com/podcast-start/ Check out our incredible sponsors: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/ Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3voyfPxclzCKtU7W3LOm7n?si=9ef8a0b06e1548e9 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-mastery-with-dr-michael-gervais/id1025326955 #StephanieVennWatson #Fatty15 #HealthyAging #LongevityScience #FindingMasteryPodcast