CLA is a naturally occuring fatty acid found in meat and dairy products. It is also a popular dietary supplement that is sold with claims of helping people lose fat, maintain weight loss, and control type 2 diabetes.
In animal studies, CLA has been shown to burn fat and decrease its formulation. However, in humans, its effect on weight loss is small and holds no real benefit.
CLA supplements may cause stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue. CLA supplement may worsen insulin resistance, or how your body absorbs sugar, in people with diabetes or metabolic syndrome.
