In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Steph Venn-Watson from Fatty15 to dive into the incredible discovery of C15, an essential fatty acid that could be a total game-changer for your health. We explore how it’s connected to virtually everything—from fertility to heart health, liver health, and more.

Dr. Venn-Watson also explains why C15 is so important to include in your diet, especially for pregnant women and children, and shares what the latest research is uncovering about its broader benefits for longevity and overall wellness.

Whether you’re curious about boosting fertility, supporting mental health, or optimizing your longevity and aging process, this episode is packed with actionable insights and fascinating science that could completely change the way you think about essential fatty acids!

Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson is co-founder and co-CEO of Seraphina Therapeutics. As a veterinary epidemiologist who has worked for the World Health Organization, DARPA and the U.S. Navy, Steph has authored over 80 peer-reviewed scientific papers and has over 70 patents. Stephs' discoveries have been featured on NPR Science Friday, BBC, NBC, and National Geographic; and her groundbreaking discoveries around the health benefits of C15:0 are the topic of her recently released best-selling Simon & Schuster book, The Longevity Nutrient. Steph is a recipient of FastCompany's World Changing Idea in Wellness, is an Albert Schweitzer Fellow for Life, and was recently named a 2025 CNBC Changemaker.

Read the peer-reviewed paper on C15 here! 

Chapters in this episode: 

• 03:00 Understanding C15: The Essential Fatty Acid
• 05:40 Health Benefits of C15 for Fertility and Pregnancy
• 08:41 C15's Role in Cell Health and Aging
• 11:31 C15 and Inflammation: Implications for Autoimmune Conditions
• 14:21 Dietary Sources of C15 and Supplementation
• 17:10 C15 for Children: Safety and Recommendations
• 22:56 The Science Behind FATTY15 and Pregnancy Benefits
• 28:35 Mood Stability and Mental Health Insights
• 37:46 Practical Use and Recommendations for FATTY15

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