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Newly Discovered Cause of Insulin Resistance is Not Sugar or Saturated Fat - Dr. Venn Watson

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Science and Nature

iron deposition, lipid peroxidation, and Ross production in the liver can lead to insulin resistance and other metabolic issues.

  • Newly discovered nutritional deficiency syndrome called Cellular Fragility Syndrome is caused by C15 deficiencies.
  • C15 deficiency can lead to weak cell membranes, faster aging, and the onset of aging-associated diseases like type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, and heart disease.
  • Froses, a new way of cell death, is caused by fragile fatty acids in cell membranes leading to lipid peroxidation, iron deposition, and Ross production.
  • C15 deficiency can be fixed by supplementing with C15-rich fatty acids like Fatty 15.
  • Researchers have discovered a way to measure C15 levels in red blood cell membranes to determine deficiency.
  • Fortification of foods with C15 and promoting the consumption of C15-rich dairy products like those found in Sardinia can help address the deficiency globally.
  • Testing C15 levels can help individuals determine their deficiency status and take steps to address it.
  • The study mentioned in the video highlights the importance of addressing C15 deficiencies for overall health and longevity.

Researchers/Source

  • Dr. Stephanie Venn Watson
  • Dr. Eric Venn Watson
  • GooVA Diagnostics
  • Columbia University
  • Mayo Clinic

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