CLA 4000mg Softgels Explained: What Conjugated Linoleic Acid Is
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is the name for a group of isomers of linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid. It is formed naturally in the rumen of cattle and sheep, so small amounts occur in beef, lamb and dairy fat[1], while the CLA used in supplements is produced from plant seed oils. This guide explains what CLA is, where it comes from and exactly what is in our CLA 4000mg softgels.
CLA supplements come as softgels containing a CLA-rich oil. The two isomers that make up most of the CLA in supplements are cis-9, trans-11 and trans-10, cis-12, typically in roughly equal amounts [1]. Alpha01 CLA 4000mg provides 4,000 mg of CLA per daily serving of four softgels, from 5,000 mg of safflower oil standardised to 80% CLA, and is available in packs of 60 and 180 softgels.
CLA 4000MG – 60 SOFTGELS
£5.99 · 15 servings · 4000mg / 4 Softgels
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What Is CLA? Chemistry and Natural Sources
Linoleic acid has two double bonds separated by a single carbon. In CLA those double bonds sit next to each other (they are “conjugated”), which changes the shape of the molecule and how it is handled by the body. In ruminant animals, bacteria in the rumen convert dietary linoleic acid into CLA, which is why beef, lamb and dairy fat contain it; the typical CLA content of cow’s milk fat is about 0.5% and varies with the animal’s diet [1]. Commercial CLA is manufactured from seed oils rich in linoleic acid, such as safflower oil.
CLA is one of several fatty-acid supplements we stock. To compare formats and amounts, discover our range of fatty acid supplements on the category page.
Alpha01 CLA 4000mg: What Is in a Serving
All figures below are taken from the product label and product page at the time of writing.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA): 4,000 mg per daily serving of 4 softgels (1,000 mg per softgel), from 5,000 mg of safflower oil standardised to 80% CLA, supplied as ethyl esters. No nutrient reference value (NRV) is established for CLA. Other ingredients: capsule shell (bovine gelatin, glycerin, purified water).
Which CLA Is Right for You?
If you’re comparing CLA products — compare the CLA per serving, not the weight of oil. Ours gives you 4,000 mg of CLA in a daily serving of four softgels, from 5,000 mg of safflower oil standardised to 80% CLA, supplied as ethyl esters. Take the four softgels a day with water.
If you want a different pack size, the formula is the same in both packs: the 60-softgel pack is 15 servings at £5.99 and the 180-softgel pack is 45 servings at £12.99, about 10p and 7p per softgel at the time of writing.
If you read labels — three lines tell you what you’re buying: the CLA per serving (4,000 mg on ours), the standardisation (80% CLA from safflower oil) and the softgels per serving (four). No nutrient reference value exists for CLA, so no %NRV appears on the label.
Choosing Between the 60 and 180 Softgel Packs
Our CLA 4000mg – 60 Softgels is a 15-day supply and the CLA 4000mg – 180 Softgels pack is a 45-day supply of the same formula: safflower seed oil standardised to 80% CLA, in a softgel. The only differences are the pack size and the price per softgel, so the 180-softgel pack is the more economical way to take it every day.
READY TO ADD CLA TO YOUR DAILY ROUTINE?
Alpha01 CLA 4000mg: 4 softgels a day, 4,000 mg of CLA from safflower seed oil (80% CLA), in 60 or 180 softgel packs.
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CLA FAQs
1. Where does CLA come from?
CLA is formed in the rumen of cattle and sheep, so it occurs naturally in beef, lamb and dairy fat; the amount varies with the animal’s diet [1]. CLA supplements, including ours, are made from safflower seed oil, which gives a consistent, standardised source.
2. How do I take CLA 4000mg?
Take 4 softgels daily with water, as stated on the label. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. The label also says the product is not intended for children.
3. Can I take CLA with other supplements?
CLA is a fatty acid rather than a vitamin or mineral, so it has no nutrient reference value and does not overlap with a multivitamin. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition or take medication, the label asks you to speak to your GP first.
4. Does CLA have authorised health claims in the UK?
No health claim is authorised for CLA in Great Britain, so we make none [2].
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a group of isomers of the omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid, found naturally in ruminant meat and dairy fat and produced for supplements from safflower seed oil. Alpha01 CLA 4000mg gives you a clearly labelled amount — 4,000 mg of CLA in 4 softgels a day — in 60 or 180 softgel packs.
References
[1] Benjamin, S., Prakasan, P., Sreedharan, S., Wright, A. D., & Spener, F. (2015). Pros and cons of CLA consumption: an insight from clinical evidences. Nutrition & Metabolism, 12, 4. View Study
[2] Department of Health and Social Care. Great Britain nutrition and health claims (NHC) register. View Source
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