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CLA

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Also known as: Conjugated linoleic acid
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Conjugated linoleic acid

Description: CLA is a mixture of some chemical forms of linoleic acid. It is found in meat and milk only in small quantities. It is produced synthetically by heating linoleic acid. Supplements are the only source of CLA to treat conditions.

Oral Uses

  • Obesity RatingRatingRating

    CLA prevents carbohydrate turning into body fat; helps to burn and reduce body fat, especially abdominal fat and helps to lose weight. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Supplements to help lose weight RatingRatingRating

    CLA prevents carbohydrate turning into body fat; helps to burn and reduce body fat, especially abdominal fat and helps to lose weight. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Arteriosclerosis prevention RatingRating

    CLA helps to lose weight; reduces total cholesterol and heart disease risk. Take 1-3 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Athletic performance RatingRating

    CLA reduces body fat; increases muscle mass, strength and endurance. Take 2-7 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Breast cancer RatingRating

    CLA is a antineoplastic; enhances immune system; fights cancer. Take 2-5 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Breast cancer prevention RatingRating

    CLA enhances immune system; reduces breast cancer risk. Take 1-3 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Cardiovascular disease RatingRating

    CLA helps to lose weight; reduces total cholesterol and heart disease risk. Take 1-3 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Anti-catabolic effect RatingRating

    CLA has an anti-catabolic effect; prevents muscle loss during exercise. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    CLA is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antiatherosclerotic RatingRating

    CLA is an antiatherosclerotic; prevents and reduces atherosclerosis. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antineoplastic RatingRating

    CLA is an antineoplastic; fights cancer. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRating

    CLA is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Ergogenic aid RatingRating

    CLA is an ergogenic aid; helps to improve physical or mental performance. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Immune enhancer RatingRating

    CLA is an immune enhancer; enhances immune system. Take 2-4 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Recommended Dosage

Take 2-5 g of CLA daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use CLA for long terms. Do not use it during pregnancy and nursing, it may reduce fat levels of the milk. It may aggravate insulin resistance of overweight people. If you are diabetic use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Available Forms

CLA is available in softgel capsule form.

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