Fresno Peptide Lab
Mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolic regulation and exercise-mimetic signaling. 20mg vial.
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MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-encoded peptide with 16-aa’s encoded within the 12S rRNA locus of mtDNA in human cells. MOTS-c can translocate into the nucleus in response to metabolic stress and regulation of adaptive nuclear gene expression. This allows the peptide to promote resistance of metabolic stress by upregulating the mitochondrial genome.
Upregulating these genes encourages mitochondrial biogenesis. MOTS-c inhibits the methionine-folate cycle resulting in purine synthesis, increase in PCG-1α (a key regulator of energy metabolism), and AICAR (5- Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleotide) accumulation which activates AMPK (5’- adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase).
This acts as an energy sensor by monitoring the ratio of AMP and ATP. AMPK restores homeostasis by initiating catabolic processes for ATP production in case of energy deficits. In addition, literature suggest that MOTS-c decreases insulin resistance and increases GLUT4 uptake in muscle. The peptide is mainly used for weight loss (regulating muscle and fat metabolism) and energy (cell survival in toxic conditions).
MOTS-c is consistently used by sports performance athletes to enhance one’s performance. It also displays a promising effect in longevity. MOTS-C COA.
Summary of published preclinical and clinical literature, provided for research context only. Not a claim of efficacy and not medical advice.
Mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolic regulation and exercise-mimetic signaling. 20mg vial.
ZestyRat Research supplies MOTS-c as vial. Available options: 20mg vial vial at $80.
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