Natural Factors
TONALIN CONJUGATED LINOLAIC ACID (CLA)

CLA is a free fatty acid. It is used in healthy weight loss, but it has even greater benefits that play a role in the prevention of breast cancer, heart disease, asthma and allergies. Studies continue to reveal the benefits of this important fatty acid.

Size: 60 softgels
Price: $28.49CDN

From the Natural Factors research information:

CLA naturally occurs in meats and dairy products, but due to modified eating habits and changes in food production, scientists estimate that we are getting 80% less CLA in our diet than 20 years ago. First, due to health concerns we no longer choose foods rich in CLA and second, modern beef cattle are no longer raised on linoleic acid-rich grass but rather on a mixture of chemically-altered grain based feeds. [Note: At the Healthy Hound we only use grass-fed beef]

FAT BURNER
CLA causes a significant increase in lean muscle mass and a decrease in body fat. The increase in muscle mass also contributes to a more efficient metabolism as muscle burns more calories than fat. CLA has been shown to inhibit lipoprotein lipase, and enzyme which helps to break down fats so they can be stored as fat cells.

ANTI-CANCER
CLA, administered at 3000mg per day, has anticarcinogenic properties. There are now several reputable studies demonstrating that the incidence of breast cancer is directly proportional to the level of CLA found in body tissue. The science shows that CLA causes a decrease in tumor initiation and growth and in multiple studies. CLA reduces the activation of certain cancer causing compounds.

ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA
As an antioxidant, CLA may modulate arachidonic acid metabolism. Arachidonic acid metabolites, prostaglandins and leukotrines can cause symptoms associated with allergies and asthma. Animal studies show that CLA can help the body to naturally modify these chemicals, reducing the difficult symptoms. CLA has been shown to reduce IgE levels, a primary cause of allergic rhinitis.

HEART DISEASE
Research shows that CLA may also help to control blood sugar levels and limit the extent of atherosclerosis that can lead to heart disease.

SAFETY
Numerous clinical studies have been conducted on the safety of CLA and no adverse side effects have been reported.