Dymatize conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) contains an amazing 1, 000 mg of Tonalin per capsule. Conjugated Linoleic Acid is an omega 6 fatty acid. It occurs naturally in a variety of foods such as turkey, beef, & some dairy products. Research suggests that CLA enhances fat loss & increases lean body mass. These studies suggest that a diet consisting of as little as 0.5% CLA has a significant effect. CLA is also believed to have an effect on the way nutrients are used by the body at cellular level. It is a powerful antioxidant.CLA inhibits the development of some forms of cancer (breast, colon, prostate cancers & melanoma). CLA reduces the risk of heart disease by reducing blood triglyceride levels thus reducing atherosclerosis. It is believed that the cis 10, trans 12 isomer is the most therapeutically active isomer (the are 8 different isomers).