4'-Methoxychalcone regulates adipocyte differentiation by activating PPARγ. It also modulates the expression and secretion of various adipokines in adipose tissue, which are involved in insulin sensitivity. The compound has shown antiproliferative activity against several human cancer cell lines, including A2780, CAL-51, HCT-116, and HT-29, and cytotoxicity against DLD-1 and FHC cells.
- Regulates adipocyte differentiation through PPARγ activation.
- Modulates adipokine expression and secretion in adipose tissue, impacting insulin sensitivity.
- Exhibits antiproliferative activity against human cancer cell lines.
- Cytotoxic to certain human cell lines.
- Originates from plants, specifically Piper nigrum Linn.