Supplement Reviews
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
What it is: CLA, also marketed under the brand name Tonalin, is a derivative of linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid.
What it does: CLA is purported to reduce bodyfat and increase lean muscle. It also has been touted as an anti-cancer agent with both protective and possibly even therapeutic benefits.
Verdict: CLA has proven to be extremely effective in studies on animals, especially rodents. However, results on human subjects have been lackluster, to say the least. The vast majority of research has found little or no benefit on reducing body fat or increasing lean muscle in humans. Although the exact reasons are unclear, this may be due to various differences between the physiologic make up of rats vs. humans. CLA is quite expensive and therefore provides a poor cost benefit. On the plus side, there doesn't appear to be any side effects at prescribed doses. Additional study is warranted to determine if variants of CLA might be of benefit as a weight loss aid.
DISCLAIMER: The preceding review is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as advice on whether or not to use a particular product. Always consult your physician before taking any supplement.
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