Peptide
MOTS-c
Also known as: Mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c
Risk:ExperimentalStatus:Not approved
Plain-English definition
A mitochondrial-derived peptide discussed for metabolism and longevity.
Why it matters
It sits at the line between plausible biology and premature consumer claims.
Status summary
Investigational; not approved for longevity.
Evidence summary
Preclinical interest exceeds human outcome evidence.
Source links
- PubMed search: MOTS-c metabolism human - PubMed
Source-discovery link for primary literature and reviews.
- ClinicalTrials.gov search: MOTS-c - ClinicalTrials.gov
Trial registry link for registered human studies.
Related claim checks
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Does MOTS-c improve metabolism and longevity?
MOTS-c is biologically interesting, but human metabolism and longevity claims remain unproven.
Evidence:Mostly lab/animalRisk:Experimental
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