Conjugated Linoleic Acid
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a slightly altered form of the essential fatty acid linoleic acid.
- Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.
- Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
- This interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific evidence.
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This supplement has been used in connection with the following health conditions:
| Used for | Amount | Why |
|---|---|---|
Obesity | 3.2 to 4.2 grams daily |  [2 stars] Though the evidence is conflicting, some studies have shown CLA to be effective at helping people lose body fat.
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Athletic Performance | Refer to label instructions |  [1 star] Conjugated linoleic acid may play a role in reducing body fat. Research has reported that CLA supplementation produces minor gains in muscle size and strength in weight-training men. |
Breast Cancer | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Preliminary research suggests that CLA might reduce breast cancer risk. |
Colon Cancer | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Preliminary and test tube studies indicate that CLA may reduce the risk of colon cancer. |
Lung Cancer | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Preliminary research suggests that CLA might reduce the risk of cancers at a few sites, including breast, prostate, colorectal, lung, skin, and stomach. |
Multiple Sclerosis | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Omega-6 fatty acids found in sunflower seed oil (a source of linoleic acid) may be beneficial. Studies have reported that linoleic acid reduced relapse severity and length and decreased disability due to MS. |
Prostate Cancer | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Preliminary research suggests that CLA might reduce the risk of cancers at a few sites, including breast, prostate, colorectal, lung, skin, and stomach. |
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