Substantial evidence in animal and some humans shows CLA increases lean body mass (LBM) and decreases fat tissue. In humans, weight loss has been variable, and in some cases, negligible. However, by increasing lean muscle mass and reducing body fat, even without weight loss, the appearance is that one looks thinner, as muscle tissue is denser and more compact than fat tissue.

Since burning fat is such an important aspect of supplementing with CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) we have dedicated an entire article to the subject. Chajes V, Lavillonniere F, Maillard V, Giraudeau B, Jourdan ML, Sebedio JL, Bougnoux P. Conjugated linoleic acid content in breast adipose tissue of breast cancer patients and the risk of metastasis. Nutr. Cancer 45(1):17?23 (2003). Aro A, Mannisto S, Salminen I, Ovaskainen ML, Kataja V, Uusitupa M.

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Some people report feeling slightly green or nauseous after taking their CLA, or isolated cases of gastrointestinal upset or loose stools. These side effects typically are reduced when the product is taken with protein (i.e.,with milk), and usually decrease after about 2 weeks taking the supplement.

CLA prevents fat from being deposited into the cells by speeding up the body's fat metabolism. CLA also helps the body metabolize existing fat deposits. This fat then returns to the blood stream where it is used as energy by muscle cells and the liver. CLA activates genes that trigger fat cell death, shrinks fat cells, speeds up metabolism.

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The CLA logo, the "well", is from the Chinese Book of Changes. Wells symbolize cooperation, and mutual responsibility. In ancient China every neighbor who shared the well had the right to take what they needed and the responsibility to take care of the well. To use the well you must cooperate with your neighbors and be self-reliant at the same time.

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CLA (or Conjugated Linoleic Acid) is a fatty acid found naturally in meat and dairy products. Studies have shown that CLA assists in the reduction of body fat by "shrinking" our fat cells and by helping to maintain our lean muscle tissue. Tone, which is part of the Envision Program, was formulated with CLA as well as Omega 3 Fatty Acids. An overwhelming amount of research indicates Omega 3's ability to support immune function, assist in disease prevention and contribute to overall health.

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Laboratory research has indicated that Tonalin CLA can help you achieve your diet goals in two ways: first, CLA increases lean muscle which naturally slims your body. Secondly, the added muscle tissue automatically burns more calories than fat tissue, which in turn increases your metabolism. The result is as you diet, you'll lose inches in the right places and you may drop clothes sizes without the dreaded yo-yo effect of losing and regaining.

There have been a number of university animal studies using CLA and demonstrating its effectiveness. One such study using laboratory animals showed that after 6 weeks of supplementation, the CLA fed group had a bodyfat percentage of 4.3 versus the control group which had a bodyfat percentage of 10.1. Another study, that looked at lean mass growth instead of fat loss, showed that the animals that were fed CLA in their diets, gained more bodyweight than the control group.

Tonalin™ CLA prevents fat from being deposited into the cells by speeding up the body's fat metabolism. CLA also helps the body metabolize existing fat deposits. This fat then returns to the blood stream where it is used as energy by muscle cells and the liver.

Tonalin CLA in the 1000 mg size does not contain any soy or soybean oil. The confusion is because an older version of Natrol's Tonalin CLA did contain soybean oil, but that product has been discontinued. The Drugstore.com website, however, is still carrying the inaccurate information that Natrol Tonalin CLA contains soybean oil. Tonalin's formula contains CLA from safflower oil, and NO soybean oil or soy.