Conjugated Linoleic Acid or CLA is a non-essential fatty acid that may be found in cow and sheep meat, and dairy products. It is known to decrease body fat in obese and overweight people. It works by inhibiting the action of the lipoprotein lipase (LPL) enzyme that is responsible for the transfer of fat from the blood stream to the fats cells. It has powerful anti-carcinogenic properties that fight free radical cells from damaging the cells. It also helps control blood sugar levels. It encourages muscle growth and improves the metabolism which accelerates weight loss. It reduces the risk of heart diseases. It is also an antioxidant.

Sunflower Oil, obtained from the fatty kernels of sunflowers, is a versatile vegetable oil with a light yellow color that is also light in taste. The oil contains more Vitamin E than any other vegetable oil that exists. It comes in three types, lionleic, high oleic and NuSun. Used in the production of margarine, sunflower oil is also a powerful antioxidant which is used to fight free radicals in the body. Consuming sunflower oil can lessen risks of cancer and cosmetically, the high protein levels and Vitamin E found resident can help protect and even rebuild skin. Rich in fiber, copper, zinc, folate and B Vitamins, the oil also contains selenium, which works well in conjunction with Vitamin E. It is primarily used in cooking as one of the more healthy oils to consume.