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May 09, 2025

MOTS-c Peptide: Mitochondrial Magic for Energy, Fat Loss, and Longevity

MOTS-c is a powerful mitochondrial-derived peptide with benefits for energy, fat loss, insulin sensitivity, and healthy aging. Explore the science and dosing options.

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MOTS-c: The Mitochondrial Peptide Revolutionizing Metabolic Health and Longevity

In the world of cutting-edge integrative medicine, few peptides generate as much excitement as MOTS-c. This small but mighty molecule, naturally produced in our cells, has been shown to regulate metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, enhance exercise performance, and even delay aging. At Revolution Health & Wellness, we’re proud to offer physician-guided MOTS-c peptide therapy—formulated and administered with safety, efficacy, and science in mind.

Whether you're struggling with stubborn visceral fat, declining energy, insulin resistance, or simply looking to age more gracefully, MOTS-c may be the breakthrough for which you’ve been waiting.

What is MOTS-c?

MOTS-c (short for Mitochondrial Open Reading Frame of the 12S rRNA-c) is a 16-amino acid peptide encoded within the mitochondrial genome—a rare origin story among peptides. Most peptides originate from nuclear DNA, but MOTS-c is one of the few “mitochondrial-derived peptides” (MDPs), granting it unique metabolic capabilities.

MOTS-c acts as a cellular metabolic regulator, optimizing the way mitochondria produce energy, utilize nutrients, and respond to stress. Its influence is broad, touching nearly every major system in the body, especially those involved in glucose metabolism, fat oxidation, and cellular longevity.

Key Benefits of MOTS-c Peptide Therapy

1. Reduces Visceral Fat

Visceral fat is metabolically dangerous—linked to insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, and inflammation. MOTS-c reduces fat accumulation by shifting cells toward fatty acid oxidation rather than fat storage, particularly in the abdominal region. Studies have shown that MOTS-c can reduce diet-induced obesity, even without changes in caloric intake.

2. Improves Insulin Sensitivity

One of the most well-documented effects of MOTS-c is its ability to enhance insulin sensitivity. It increases glucose uptake in skeletal muscle and modulates key pathways like AMPK and SIRT1—essential regulators of metabolic health. This makes it highly valuable for those with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or metabolic syndrome.

3. Boosts Mitochondrial Function

Mitochondria are the “engines” of the cell, and MOTS-c works to optimize mitochondrial function, especially during metabolic stress. By activating protective gene expression and improving energy efficiency, it helps cells adapt to challenges and resist damage.

4. Enhances Physical Performance

In both animal and human studies, MOTS-c has shown ergogenic (performance-enhancing) effects. It increases endurance, oxygen consumption, and metabolic flexibility during exercise. It can help those recovering from illness, surgery, or aging-related declines reclaim their strength and stamina.

5. Supports Healthy Aging

MOTS-c has been shown to extend lifespan and healthspan in preclinical models. It reduces oxidative stress, lowers inflammatory markers, and enhances genetic expression patterns associated with longevity. Some experts believe MOTS-c mimics the benefits of caloric restriction—a known anti-aging intervention—without the need to drastically reduce food intake.

6. Improves Metabolic Flexibility

Metabolic flexibility is the body’s ability to switch between burning carbohydrates and fats for fuel. MOTS-c enhances this capability, making it easier for your body to adapt to different energy demands and recover from stress, illness, or strenuous activity.

7. Reduces Inflammation and Oxidative Stress

By activating AMPK and reducing mitochondrial-derived ROS (reactive oxygen species), MOTS-c helps decrease chronic low-grade inflammation, one of the key drivers of aging and chronic disease.

MOTS-c Dosing Protocols

At Revolution Health, we offer MOTS-c peptide in 10mg vials. Each vial should be reconstituted by adding 0.5mL of sterile or bacteriostatic water, yielding a 0.2mg/unit concentration. Please note: MOTS-c is relatively unstable after reconstitution. For best results, it should be used immediately or stored in a refrigerator and used within a few days.

We offer three different MOTS-c protocols, each tailored to different goals and budgets:

Option 1: Moderate Protocol

  • Dose: 10units SubQ once weekly

  • Duration: 1 month

  • Repeat: 3–4 times per year

  • Best for: General metabolic health, maintenance, prevention

Option 2: Intense Protocol

  • Dose: 10units SubQ twice weekly

  • Duration: 1 month

  • Repeat: 3–4 times per year

  • Best for: Visceral fat loss, insulin resistance, performance optimization

Option 3: Aggressive Protocol

  • Dose: 10units SubQ daily, 5 days/week for 1 month, then once weekly for maintenance

  • Best for: Advanced metabolic dysfunction, aggressive fat loss, cellular rejuvenation

  • Note: This is the most intensive (and costly) option, but yields the most dramatic results

Each patient can select the best protocol based on their health goals, timeline, and budget. Our team of providers will help guide you to the safest and most effective option.

Why Our MOTS-c Is Different

Not all peptides are created equal. At Revolution Health & Wellness, our MOTS-c:

  • Is manufactured in FDA-inspected facilities

  • Is prepared for physician use only

  • Is not available from research chemical websites or online vendors

  • Is provided with guidance from experienced clinicians trained in peptide therapy

Because MOTS-c is not FDA-approved for any specific condition, it is designated for research purposes only. The protocols discussed are for informational and educational use only and should not be followed without supervision from a qualified healthcare provider.

Who Should Consider MOTS-c?

MOTS-c is ideal for individuals who:

  • Struggle with abdominal fat or metabolic syndrome

  • Have prediabetes or insulin resistance

  • Experience chronic fatigue, low energy, or poor recovery

  • Are interested in longevity and cellular health

  • Want to enhance performance and endurance

  • Are undergoing weight loss or fasting protocols

It may also be valuable for patients with chronic inflammation, autoimmunity, or age-related decline who are seeking metabolic restoration at the cellular level.

MOTS-c vs Other Metabolic Peptides

While there are many peptides with metabolic benefits (such as GLP-1 agonists, AOD-9604, or Tesamorelin), MOTS-c is unique because:

  • It works intracellularly, specifically inside mitochondria

  • It is naturally produced by the body (an endogenous peptide)

  • It does not act through hormonal receptors, making it safe for a wide range of patients

It can also be combined with other peptides such as:

…for synergistic results, depending on your goals.

Important Safety Notice

Although MOTS-c is promising, it is not FDA-approved, and no peptide should be used without the oversight of a physician trained in peptide therapy. All MOTS-c peptide treatments at our clinic are:

  • Available only to current patients

  • Administered under physician supervision

  • Provided with detailed protocols and educational support

If you are not currently a patient but are interested in MOTS-c peptide therapy, please reach out to our clinic to schedule an appointment and begin the onboarding process.

Get Started With MOTS-c Today

Ready to explore the benefits of MOTS-c? Whether you're targeting belly fat, boosting energy, or enhancing your overall metabolic function, MOTS-c could be the game-changer you've been waiting for.

Contact us today to become a patient and see if MOTS-c is right for you. Let our expert team help guide your transformation—from the mitochondria out.

Call Now to Book Your Peptide Therapy Consultation

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Scientific References

  1. Kim KH et al. "MOTS-c: A novel mitochondrial-derived peptide regulating muscle and fat metabolism." Cell Metab. 2015.

  2. Reynolds JC et al. "MOTS-c is an exercise-induced mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis." Nat Commun. 2021.

  3. Lee C et al. "The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resistance." Cell Metab. 2015.

  4. Lu H et al. "Mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c increases insulin sensitivity and modulates metabolism." Cell Death Dis. 2019.

  5. Zempo H et al. "Mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c activates AMPK and reduces insulin resistance in skeletal muscle." J Physiol Sci. 2020.