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MOTS-c vs AOD-9604

AOD-9604 is a fragment of growth hormone specifically designed to promote fat metabolism without other growth hormone effects. AOD-9604 stimulates lipolysis through growth hormone receptor interactions. MOTS-c stimulates lipolysis through AMPK activation. Both

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  • AOD-9604 is a fragment of growth hormone specifically designed to promote fat metabolism without other growth hormone effects.
  • AOD-9604 stimulates lipolysis through growth hormone receptor interactions. MOTS-c stimulates lipolysis through AMPK activation. Both promote fat burning but through different pathways.
  • AOD-9604 has more focused fat-loss effects. MOTS-c has broader metabolic and longevity-related benefits. The choice between them, or decision to combine them, would depend on specific goals.
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