MOTS-C, also know as the "metabolism rejuvenator", helps boost metabolism, weight management, longevity and more.  

MOTS-C is a 16 amino acid - mitochondrial-derived peptide and can be considered the "metabolism rejuvenator" due to its positive effects on metabolism, insulin sensitivity, weight management, longevity and bone healing.  

Research also shows that skeletal muscle is the major target tissue of MOTS-C. Within the skeletal muscle, MOTS-C enhances insulin sensitivity and increases glucose uptake in muscle cells without increasing insulin. This is important because most Americans have too much circulating insulin to begin with. Furthermore, this action of MOTS-C makes it very similar to the effects of exercise on the body because exercise also increases muscle glucose uptake wihtout stimulating insulin.  

 MOTS-C has been shown to inhibit the folate cycle resulting in an increase in key regulators of energy metabolism which increases cellular NAD+ levels. Studies have also found MOTS-C inhibits the breakdown of certain amino acids, which has been tied to increase lifespan, decrease age-related diseases, reduce visceral fat and increase the levels of the antioxidant glutathione.