MOTS-C
“The Power Plant”
A mitochondrial peptide that improves metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and endurance.
MOTS-C
Compound descriptor: Mitochondrial-derived peptide · 16 aa
- 88
- METABO
- 84
- ENDURA
- 86
- INSULI
- Class
- Fat Loss & Metabolic
01 · THE SCORECARD
How it rates
Our totally-for-fun rating across the metrics beginners actually care about.
- Metabolic Health
- 88 / 100
- Endurance
- 84 / 100
- Insulin Sensitivity
- 86 / 100
- Research Depth
- 70 / 100
Overall Grade
SCORE 90/100
02 · HOW IT WORKS
The mechanism
Talks to mitochondria
MOTS-C is made by your mitochondria — the cell's power plants.
Metabolism tunes up
It improves how your cells use glucose and burn energy.
You feel it
Better insulin sensitivity, endurance, and metabolic flexibility.
03 · WHY PEOPLE USE IT
The benefits
Metabolic Flexibility
Helps cells switch efficiently between fuel sources.
Insulin Sensitivity
Improves glucose handling.
Endurance
May boost exercise capacity and stamina.
Healthy Aging
Supports mitochondrial function tied to longevity.
05 · RELATED RESEARCH
Related compounds
Source-checked entry
Verified means the Research Lab entry has been checked against its cited sources. It does not mean the compound has been proven safe or effective for human use.
Research-use information
Nicknames, one-line descriptions, tiers, scores and the mechanism and benefit cards are a borrowed, just-for-fun ranking opinion — not clinically verified grades, results or safety guidance. Titan’s qualified research is in Science & References.
Educational research reference only. Not medical advice. Laboratory and animal findings do not establish effects in humans. Products supplied by Titan Labs Australia are for laboratory research use only and are not for human or animal consumption.
Last updated 2 Oct 2026