Health Benefits of Conjugated Linolenic Acid (CLA)

Over the years it has become known that conjugated linolenic acid or CLA may have potent health benefits. In the past, it was believed that CLA was only a source of energy but recent studies show that this fatty acid can be used to treat and prevent several types of medical disorders. CLA is an unsaturated omega 6-fatty acid and is found in high concentrations in meats obtained from ruminants (eg cows, sheep, goats) and dairy products (eg butter, goat milk). The highest levels of CLA are found in beef which has been shown to contain 0.4-0.9 grams per …read more