Table 1 Supplements and chemicals selected for in vitro screening of T. b. brucei
| Chemical name | Structural formula | Molecular weight (g/mol) | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyphenon-60 |
| 290.3 | Mainly anti-oxidative effects and also anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory [31] |
| Catechin hydrate |
| 290.3 | Able to impart thermal stability to collagen [32] |
| Epigallocatechin gallate |
| 458.4 | Modulates cognitive function and brain activity [33] |
| 5-Aminolevrinic acid |
| 167.6 | Helps in heme synthesis, heme protein design [34] |
| Coenzyme Q10 |
| 863.34 | Act as an anti-oxidant, needed for basic cellular function [35] |
| Vitamin C |
| 198.11 | An anti-oxidant, required for collagen synthesis and biosynthesis of certain hormones [36] |
| Vitamin D3 |
| 384.64 | An immunomodulator, supports the brain and nervous system [37] |
| Vitamin E |
| 430.71 | Essential for neurological function [38] |
| Curcumin |
| 368.38 | Exhibits anti-cancer, chemo- preventive, chemo- and radio-sensitization properties [39] |
