CPD – (C15) Fatty15: The Longevity Nutrient

This was a very interesting webinar and study on navy dolphins and C15 and all it's health benefits.
some interesting facts from the presentation about C15:
C15:0 has been increasingly researched for its potential role in metabolic health, with some studies suggesting it may act like an essential fatty acid that helps reduce inflammation, support cellular health, and lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. [1, 2]

NOT double bonded
Benefits within 2 weeks
Orally bioavailable
Healthy RBC require C15 → if not, can lead to a decline in hemoglobin
Repairs mitochondria → by boosting the production of succinate
The Bypass: Succinate acts as a "rescue" molecule by directly entering the mitochondrial energy pathway (the Krebs cycle) at Complex II (succinate dehydrogenase).
The Result: By entering directly at Complex II, succinate bypasses the traditional Complex I pathway. This allows damaged or aging cells to effectively produce ATP (cellular energy) while significantly reducing the output of harmful reactive oxygen species (ROS). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Lowers over 18 inflammatory cytokines
Lowers zombie cells
Higher C15 = lower biological age
Supports a healthy microbiome
Reverses deficiency, and improves liver and RBC function within 12 weeks
Lowers LDL cholesterol within 12 weeks
Improves gut microbiome within 12 weeks
Decrease in anxiety