is CLA a good idea?

[trex74]

So, I was wondering if buying CLA was worthwhile, or if I should just stick to diet and exercise...
Also, is the Tonalin CLA really the best, or would a generic brand be ok too.
I tried looking for info in the threads here, but thought maybe asking would be quicker.
Anyone notice a significant effect?
Thanks

 

[*ebony*]

i used CLA a while back and honestly it i did notice a difference with it. if you research it you'll get alot of mixed reviews. difference was around my waist especially. a bit tighter due to a bit of fat loss in that area. and recovery was also improved.

 

[slat1]

I like CLA. I would use a reputable brand. No generics.
I am also a fan of Evening Primrose Oil at night.

 

[needtogetaas]

I think its a great overall supplement

 

[trex74]

Update:
I went and bought a couple bottles of 1000mg Tonalin CLA (actually contains 780 mg CLA), and I'm going to take 4 a day, which brings me to 3.12 g/day, pretty close to the 3.4 g/day that's recommended..
This should last 45 days.
I'll let you guys know if I see any improvement.
I'm hoping for some fat loss, especially in the abdominals/buttocks.
Still eating clean, doing cardio and strength training regularly.

 

[slat1]

It should help. With most women they don't eat enough fat so their body's will produce more estrogen and hold on to fat in the lower ab, hips, and butt area.

 

[trex74]

It should help. With most women they don't eat enough fat so their body's will produce more estrogen and hold on to fat in the lower ab, hips, and butt area.

I hope so, thanks for your input slat1

 

[trex74]

I had read that it can cause upset stomach, but I only had an upset stomach after the very first dose. I guess i'm used to it now.
I changed my mind, I was worried that 4 a day wouldn't cut it, as it was under the 3.4 recommended , so I am actually taking 5 a day, for a total of 3.9 grams.

 

[future]

CLA is a nice product but really works in conjunction of everything else. I'd add green tea, fish oil, 7-keto dhea as well.

 

[trex74]

CLA is a nice product but really works in conjunction of everything else. I'd add green tea, fish oil, 7-keto dhea as well.

good. i drink two cups green tea/day, and reguarly eat sardines. I don't take the oil due to mercury concerns. I'll look up the dhea, thanks!