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Overview
Conjugated
Linoleic Acid (CLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid that…
Benefits
Decreases
body fat, prevents tumor growth, enhances…
Natural
Sources
Corn
oil, safflower oil, sunflower oil, beef…
How
to Use
Available
as lozenges, chewable tablets and oil-based gelcaps…
Cautions
Don’t
take if you are healthy and eat a well-balanced diet…
Overview:
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid that is found in corn
oil, safflower oil, sunflower oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds, beef and dairy
products. The balance between the omega-6 and omega-3 is vital to overall health
and disease prevention. Therefore, Linoleic acid is essential for the body and
should be incorporated in all diets to prevent a deficiency.
How This Supplement Works in Your Body:
Decreases body fat
Prevents tumor growth
Enhances the immune system
May decrease risk of arteriosclerosis
May decrease cholesterol levels
May decrease symptoms of psoriasis
Where This Supplement is Found:
Corn oil
Safflower Oil
Sunflower Oil
Canola Oil
Nuts
Seed
Beef
Dairy products
How to Use:
Available as:
Lozenges, chewable tablets and oil-based gelcaps.
The most beneficial forms are liquids or oils that contain a small portion of
vitamin E to preserve ubiquinone. Always choose liquid as your first choice when
supplementing your diet because of its high bioavailability and fast absorption.
Cautions:
Don’t take if you are:
Healthy and eat a well-balanced diet.
Consult your doctor if you are:
On anticoagulant therapy.
Pregnancy:
Consult with your physician to determine if any benefits of taking CLA outweigh
the risk to your unborn child. Since CLA is not regulated by the FDA, the risk
to an unborn child is unknown.
Breastfeeding:
Breast milk is suited to meet the needs of a baby due to a good balance in fatty
acids. Consult with a doctor before taking CLA. Supplements should not be
necessary.
Infants and Children:
It is hazardous to treat infants and children under 2 with any supplement.
Storage:
Keep in a cool and dry location, but do not freeze.
Keep safely away from children.
Store away from heat and light.
Safe dosage:
200-300 mg, 2 to 3 times per day
Best if taken in liquid form
Toxicity:
Information on the comparative-toxicity rating cannot be found in standard
references.
Side Effects:
Reaction or effect : What to do
None are known.
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