Bio-cla 500mg

What is Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)?
CLA is the most abundant polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) in human tissues. CLA can occur in several chemical variants (known as isomers); CLA dietary supplements should contain the two isomers of CLA which are known to be the most biologically active within the human body. CLA is an important component of cell membranes; CLA also promotes the alteration of body composition (reduced fat, increased muscle tissue). CLA promotes normal immune function, and is a precursor of the hormone-like prostanoids, which have an important role in the immune/inflammatory response. Most CLA in human tissues is of dietary origin, and is obtained mainly from meat and dairy products. CLA levels in food are reduced by modern farming methods and food processing; modern diets with a high fast food content tend to have high levels of potentially harmful saturated fats, and are frequently lacking in beneficial PUFAs. CLA should not be confused with GLA (gamma linolenic acid), another essential PUFA obtained from evening primrose and borage plants.
How much CLA should you take?
The generally recommended dose for CLA is 2000mg/day. The intake of large quantities of PUFAs may increase the body’s requirement for antioxidants.

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