MOTS-c is an exercise-induced, mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis

MOTS-c is an exercise-induced, mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis

Nature Metabolism

2021

Study summary

MOTS-c was studied as an exercise-induced mitochondrial peptide affecting muscle adaptation and aging.

Peptides studied

Stack studied

Metabolic Stack

Key findings

Intermittent MOTS-c treatment improved physical capacity and healthspan markers in mice.

Study details

Study type

preclinical study

Journal

Nature Metabolism

DOI / PubMed

10.1038/s42255-020-00353-2

Year

2021

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