It is modified with: An arginine substitution at position 3 (hence Arg3) An extended amino acid chain that lengthens its half-life from a matter of minutes to around 2030 hours This modification prevents IGF-1 LR3 from binding to IGF-binding proteins (IGFBPs) as readily, allowing it to remain active in the bloodstream longer and exert more potent effects
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Benefits of MOTS-c Peptide Based on current scientific literature, the areas where MOTS-c shows the most promising effects include: - Improved insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism: Multiple animal studies have demonstrated improvements in glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity with MOTS-c treatment - Metabolic health and weight management: By activating AMPK and enhancing fat oxidation, MOTS-c may help achieve/maintain healthier body composition, particularly in the context of diet-induced or age-related metabolic decline - Exercise capacity and endurance: MOTS-c has been shown to improve exercise capacity in animal studies, possibly due to mitochondrial efficiency as well as enhanced muscle metabolism - Healthy aging: MOTS-c is one of the well-studied peptides when it comes to longevity
Sell C, Ptasznik A, Chang CD, Swantek J, Cristofalo VJ, Baserga R: IGF-1 receptor levels and the proliferation of young and senescent human fibroblasts