YGT-31 is a modulator for PPARγ with an IC 50 of 1.72 μM, and a K i of 0.62 μM. YGT-31 reduces blood glucose levels and improves insulin resistance in db/db mice type 2 diabetes models, through inhibition of CDK5-mediated PPARγ-Ser273 phosphorylation. YGT-31 exhibits anti-hepatic steatosis effect in mice non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) model.