A lot of people are not aware of what CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), is about. There are a lot of resources on the Internet that describe what this product is about and there are many questions concerning the side effects of taking this product.  Some people report feeling slightly green or nauseous after taking this product, or isolated cases of gastrointestinal upset or loose stools. These side effects typically are reduced when the product is taken with protein (i.e.,with milk), and usually decrease after about 2 weeks taking the supplement.  

On the very good side of this supplement however, is the fact that not only have studies proven that it does work, but it also has great benefits for those with thyroid problems.  It helps with metabolic rate, which even with thyroid treatment does not revive, and another good thing that it does is to prevent a small fat cell from developing into a large one.  It cannot however, shrink a large fat cell.

There are many other benefits from the use of this supplement and a  double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study, published in the December 2000 issue of the Journal of Nutrition found that CLA reduces fat and preserves muscle tissue.

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• 1 1/2 cups frozen pre-browned vegetable protein crumbles (such as Harvest Burgers Recipe Crumbles)
• 2/3 cup chopped onion
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 8oz can tomato sauce
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 8 taco shells
• Taco bar toppings

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.  Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the mixture is thoroughly heated.
2. Spoon mixture evenly into taco shells; top tacos with Taco Bar Toppings.

Taco Bar Toppings

• 1 cup thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
• 1/4 cup drained canned black beans
• 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped radishes
• 2 tbsp shredded carrot
• 2 tbsp chopped onion
• 2 tbsp chopped green bell pepper

Place these toppings in individual serving dishes.  This recipe yields 4 servings (or 1 serving for a very hungry guy or gal)

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