Cla

[nilla]

Should it be a staple?

Anyone use it?

How bout this TMG Dinoiii is talking bout??

[dinoiii]

CLA in my opinion should be a staple, IF affordable when considering the dosing I have offered in my articles section. Also, recent data with CLA + Whey Protein + Creatine used together should raise the eyebrows of everyone on this board - especially given the state of PHs recently, or those that cannot use them secondary to health reasons.

TMG or trimethylglycine, should be used for those concerned about cardiovascular health alongside the B vitamins - folic acid, B6, and B12. I am still a fan (despite conflicting evidence; more unbiased accounts suggest it aids the vasculature), of lowering homocysteine levels as much as possible (more positive in the cerebrovascular rather than cardiovascular research, but I think again the cardio stuff is oftentimes poorly controlled given the widespread attempts at secondary prevention rather than primary).




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[Djinn]

CLA is the only "legal" supplement (aside from caffeine) proven to reduce fat. It's also been show to have muscle building properties in some studies.

Cheers,
Ali

[nilla]

Cardiovascular health hmmm,,,sounds worth a try.
I will add it to my arsenal...

CLA dose should be 6-12 grams but what about TMG,, 1000mg?

[OntarioGuy]

Originally Posted by nilla

Cardiovascular health hmmm,,,sounds worth a try.
I will add it to my arsenal...

CLA dose should be 6-12 grams but what about TMG,, 1000mg?

Hey Dr. Houser outlined recommended dosing for CLA in this article based on bodyweight
in this article:

Dinoiii's Fatty Acid Recommendations

Summary:

Fat Loss Programs:
< 150 pounds: 2 grams combined EPA + DHA, 500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
150-170 pounds: 2 grams combined EPA + DHA, 8-10 grams CLA, 500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
170-200 pounds: 10-12 grams, 3 grams combined EPA + DHA, 1000 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
>200 pounds: 12-14 grams, 4 grams combined EPA + DHA, 1500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day

"To keep it simple, I will ALWAYS SAY stick with either Tonalin or Clarinol brands, though Tonalin still trumps the latter in how much they tend to be able to sequester as an FYI. This is what studies are done on ... all the other stuff is pure hogwash! Vitamin Shoppe sells a quality Tonalin CLA (like 180 caps for $29 ... and consider saving on both shipping and getting points in their little club and you can mass dose to match any other silly companies projections)."

Adequate Efficacious Dosing (Volume of Distribution):

< 150 pounds: gain more weight!!!!
150-170 pounds: 8-10 grams
170-200 pounds: 10-12 grams
200-230 pounds: 12-14 grams
> 240 pounds: It likely becomes a bit less economical!!!

[kpettitt]

Originally Posted by OntarioGuy

Hey Dr. Houser outlined recommended dosing for CLA in this article based on bodyweight
in this article:

Dinoiii's Fatty Acid Recommendations

Summary:

Fat Loss Programs:
< 150 pounds: 2 grams combined EPA + DHA, 500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
150-170 pounds: 2 grams combined EPA + DHA, 8-10 grams CLA, 500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
170-200 pounds: 10-12 grams, 3 grams combined EPA + DHA, 1000 mg Sesamin 3 times per day
>200 pounds: 12-14 grams, 4 grams combined EPA + DHA, 1500 mg Sesamin 3 times per day

"To keep it simple, I will ALWAYS SAY stick with either Tonalin or Clarinol brands, though Tonalin still trumps the latter in how much they tend to be able to sequester as an FYI. This is what studies are done on ... all the other stuff is pure hogwash! Vitamin Shoppe sells a quality Tonalin CLA (like 180 caps for $29 ... and consider saving on both shipping and getting points in their little club and you can mass dose to match any other silly companies projections)."

Adequate Efficacious Dosing (Volume of Distribution):

< 150 pounds: gain more weight!!!!
150-170 pounds: 8-10 grams
170-200 pounds: 10-12 grams
200-230 pounds: 12-14 grams
> 240 pounds: It likely becomes a bit less economical!!!

Very Helpful! Thanks! I currently take 1500mg 3x a day. I'm under 150 (130) but am a girl so its ok I also take it with ALA to help aid in extra muscle growth, but am thinking about adding in Sesamin as well.