Most gym-goers are aware of the supplements that can help them build muscle and increase strength (creatine, protein, etc.). When it comes to supplements meant for leaning out and boosting the metabolism, though, there’s a lot of confusion regarding what works and what doesn’t. If you’re getting ready to shred down for a show or just want to look a little leaner for an upcoming event or vacation, one of the best supplements to add to your regimen is CLA (short for conjugated linoleic acid). If you’ve never heard of this supplement before, or if you’re confused about how it works, keep reading. Explained below is everything you need to know about CLA. WHAT IS CLA? Conjugated linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid that occurs naturally in foods like meat and dairy products. It’s a product of digestion, specifically via the microbes in the first stomach (rumen) of grass-eating animals like cows. Because of this, it’s most abundant in animal products from grass-fed and finished animals. CLA has been shown to