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CLA Tonalin by Natural Factors The nutritional supplement CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) is a slightly altered form of the essential fatty acid, linoleic acid. Over 200 studies have shown that CLA may play a very important role not only in weight loss, but in helping to fight cancer, diabetes, and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). In promoting weight loss double-blind studies show an increase in lean muscle mass and a decrease in percentage body fat compared to placebo group. The subjects taking CLA also reported less fatigue, dizziness and nausea than those on the placebo.
Researchers believe that CLA helps block fat cells that are in the body from filling up with fat by interfering with a fat-storing enzyme known as lipoprotein lipase as well as by increasing the sensitivity of cells to the hormone insulin. CLA is also believed to help burn fat by revving up muscle metabolism and helping increase lean muscle mass. The more muscle you have, the more calories your body uses in order to function, thereby speeding up the fat burning process.
CLA is found naturally occurring in meat and dairy products when the cattle and cows consume a diet rich in grasses. Now that livestock are primarily grain fed, the CLA has virtually disappeared out of dairy products and the meat we consume. As a result, we may be increasing our risk for obesity, heart disease, and even cancer.
All Natural Factors products are manufactured according to Canadian Health Protection Branch Good Manufacturing (GMP), among the highest standards in the world.
WellBetx PGX, Propietary Soluble Fiber Complex and Sugar Blocker, 180 Capsules by Natural Factors WellBetX PGX (Polyglycoplex) is a unique, proprietary blend of highly viscous, non-absorbable soluble plant fiber developed through extensive research at the University of Toronto and the Canadian Center for Functional Medicine. PGX reduces appetite by promoting a feeling of fullness.
All Natural Factors products are manufactured according to Canadian Health Protection Branch Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), among the highest standards in the world.
CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) by Now Foods. CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) is a free fatty acid derived from safflower oil. Our CLA softgels provide a minimum of 80% CLA in every batch. Scientists estimate that our food supply once contained much higher levels of CLA before the advent of modern agricultural and animal feeding methods. As a result, CLA may be lacking in typical refined diets.
A natural plant extract discovered in Europe has been found to dramatically suppress appetite without stimulatory effects. Extracted from the nuts of the Korean pine, (Pinus koraiensis), pinolenic acid stimulates the release of two of the body's most powerful hunger suppressing hormones: CCK (cholecystokinin) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1).*2 This not only helps the body digest fats better, but also sends a feeling of satiety or "fullness" to the brain, decreasing the desire to eat and helping to control excessive calorie intake.*
Life Extension's Natural Appetite Control formula was developed for adults seeking to lower their calorie intake and maintain a successful, long term weight management program. Each softgel of Natural Appetite Control provides 1000 mg of a standardized extract of Korean pine nuts containing the highest concentration of pinolenic acid found in any pine nut species.
This supplement should be taken in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise program. Results may vary.
References
1. JAMA. 2006 Apr 5;295(13):1539-48.
2. American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition, Atlanta, March 26-30,2006.
