MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived
peptide consisting of 16 amino acids.
Unlike traditional peptides encoded by
nuclear DNA, MOTS-c is encoded by
mitochondrial DNA�specifically from the
12S rRNA gene�making it a unique
signaling molecule in the field of
metabolic and cellular regulation. It plays
a powerful role in mitochondrial function,
energy metabolism, insulin sensitivity,
and cellular stress adaptation, positioning
it at the intersection of anti-aging,
performance, and metabolic therapies.

MOTS-C

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MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide consisting of 16 amino acids. Unlike traditional peptides encoded by nuclear DNA, MOTS-c is encoded by mitochondrial DNA�specifically from the 12S rRNA gene�making it a unique signaling molecule in the field of metabolic and cellular regulation. It plays a powerful role in mitochondrial function, energy metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and cellular stress adaptation, positioning it at the intersection of anti-aging, performance, and metabolic therapies.
MOTS-c has gained attention for its broadspectrum regenerative and metabolic effects, including: � Improved insulin sensitivity and glucose control � Reduced visceral fat and improved body composition � Enhanced endurance and physical performance � Mitochondrial rejuvenation and antifatigue effects � Anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative support � Resistance to age-related metabolic decline � Potential cognitive and neuroprotective benefits in aging These effects make it especially appealing for those with pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, or age-related loss of muscle and energy. MOTS-c is also used by athletes and biohackers for its performanceenhancing and fatigue-buffering properties.
MOTS-c enters the nucleus in response to metabolic stress and functions as a regulatory transcription factor, altering gene expression to support cellular homeostasis. One of its core mechanisms is the activation of AMPK (adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase), which serves as the body�s metabolic �master switch.� By activating AMPK, MOTS-c promotes fatty acid oxidation, glucose utilization, and mitochondrial biogenesis, while suppressing fat accumulation and inflammation. It also improves insulin sensitivity and glucose homeostasis by modulating the folatemethionine cycle, influencing genes associated with metabolism and redox balance. In models of metabolic dysfunction, MOTS-c helps reduce insulin resistance, enhance glucose uptake in skeletal muscle, and support lean mass retention�even in calorie-restricted or aged environments. Interestingly, MOTS-c appears to act as a mitokine�a hormone-like messenger from mitochondria�signaling to distant tissues to adapt to energy stress. This function extends its benefits well beyond cellular metabolism, influencing brain function, exercise performance, and age-related decline.

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