CLA
CLA, short for Conjugated Linoleic Acid, is a family of polyunsaturated fatty acids naturally occurring in meat and dairy from ruminant animals like cows and sheep, known for their potential anti-inflammatory and fat-reducing properties. In modern usage, it's widely marketed as a dietary supplement for weight management and muscle building, though its effectiveness varies based on dosage and individual factors.
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Research from the 1990s showed that CLA supplementation reduced tumor growth in animal studies by up to 50%, sparking interest in its cancer-preventive potential, though human trials have yielded mixed results; remarkably, it's produced naturally in the rumen of cows through bacterial fermentation of grass.
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