Mitochondrial-Derived Peptides

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Humanin: The Cytoprotective Peptide from Your Mitochondria

Humanin is a 24-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide with neuroprotective, cardioprotective, and metabolic effects. Here is what the research shows.

20 min read|Mar 20, 2026

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Mitochondrial-Derived Peptides

Mitochondrial Decline, Aging, and Peptides

Mitochondrial dysfunction is a root cause of aging. MOTS-c, humanin, and SS-31 are peptides that target this decline. Here's what research shows so far.

13 min read|Mar 26, 2026