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Conjugated linoleic acid is a Trans Fat , though some researchers claim that it is less harmful than other trans fatty acids. CLA is a Conjugated System , and the trans linkages are not counted as trans fat for the purposes of nutritional regulations and labeling. CLA comes in two isomers, the 9,11 isomer which appears responsible for improving Muscle growth and the 10,12 isomer which primarily prevents Lipogenesis (storage of fat in adipose tissue). Most supplements sold in stores contain a 50/50 mix of both isomers. Various Antioxidant and antitumor properties have been attributed to CLA, and studies on mice and rats show promising results, however it is suspected that sufficient concentrations to achieve anti-inflammatory effects within human tissues may not be attainable via oral consumption. Many studies on CLA in humans show a tendency for reduced body fat, particularly abdominal fat, changes in serum total lipids and decreased whole body glucose uptake. Dietary CLA supplementation does not seem to have any adverse effects. The maximum reduction in body fat mass was achieved with a 3.4 g daily dose. CAS Registry Number : 2420-56-6, Molecular Formula: C18H32O2 OTHER BENEFITS CLA may be beneficial in other aspects, including prevention of breast and colon cancer, and prevention of insulin resistance and Type II Diabetes . DOSAGE CLA is available commercially in doses of about 500mg to 1000mg (or .5 g to 1 g). The optimal dosage is about 3.4 g, with larger doses showing little or no improvement. CLA should be taken with food to prevent side effects, including diarrhea, nausea, and stomachache. DIETARY SOURCES Kangaroo meat may have the highest concentration of CLA when compared with other foods. {Link without Title} Food products of grass-fed ruminants (eg lamb, beef) are good sources, and contain much more CLA than those from grain-fed animals. {Link without Title} REFERENCES #Gudmundsen et al: Conjugated linoleic acid reduces body fat in healthy exercising humans. PubMed: {Link without Title} #Gudmundsen et al: Conjugated linoleic acid reduces body fat mass in overweight and obese humans. PubMed: {Link without Title} #Lowery: Poison or Gift? 2001 International CLA Conference Report. {Link without Title} #Mercola: Health Benefits of Conjugated Linoleic Acid. {Link without Title} |
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