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INTRODUCTION

Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a form of fat that is commonly obtained from dairy, beef, and other foods that are high in polyunsaturated fats. Contrary to the dated popular belief that high-fat foods are bad for you, many kinds of fat are actually beneficial to health. CLA is one of these special fats. Some research into the effects of CLA has suggested it can support a healthy body composition.1,2,4

CLA is essentially a group of chemicals that are found in foods that are high in polyunsaturated fat. Often compared to 'omega' fatty acids (like omega-3 or omega-6), CLA is regarded as an essential fat as it cannot be produced or synthesized by the body and we can only get it from our diet. CLA is known for supporting a healthy body composition. As CLA can only be obtained through your diet, and since relatively few foods contain it, it can be difficult to obtain in a useful amount. CLA extract in a supplement form is one effective method of getting sufficient levels of CLA without having to eat excessive amounts of red meat or dairy products.