Other
Limited Data
Preclinical
MOTS-c
Mitochondrial Open Reading Frame of the Twelve S rRNA Type-c
A mitochondrial peptide that mimics exercise at the cellular level. Exciting basic science but preclinical only.
Quick Facts
Amino Acids
16
Route
subcutaneous
Evidence
Limited Data
FDA Status
Preclinical
Mechanism of Action
Mitochondria-derived peptide -- activates AMPK pathway with preclinical signals for insulin sensitivity and exercise-related outcomes