Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
by Stephen Taddei

Conjugate Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a fatty acid found in dairy and meat products. CLA is not manufactured in our bodies so our intake of it comes from the foods mentioned or of course, supplementation.

Studies have shown that CLA helps increase lean muscle mass, it also helps with numerous other things. Its been known to help with asthma, controlling blood sugar, protecting against heart disease, and boosting the immune system. And as everything seems to be these days it has anti-cancer properties.

There is no miracle supplement, but after going over numerous reports, it seems CLA is surely value added to your current supplement arsenal.

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