{"id":807,"date":"2017-11-27T05:50:14","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T05:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpressgroup.com\/addictionfoods\/?post_type=article&#038;p=807"},"modified":"2021-03-12T07:32:23","modified_gmt":"2021-03-12T07:32:23","slug":"what-is-conjugated-linoleic-acid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/blog\/what-is-conjugated-linoleic-acid\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Conjugated Linoleic Acid?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s a lot of hype about Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) but what is it really?<\/p>\n<p>CLA is a form of Omega-6 fatty acid and can be found in Kangaroo and dairy products. It is abundant in the meat and bone of ruminant grazing animals \u2013 about 3 to 5 times more than animals fed on grains. But even though Kangaroos aren&#8217;t ruminant animals, research shows that it has up to 5 times the level of CLA as compared to other meats. In fact, Kangaroo meat is used in Australia in formulating pet food and is gaining wider recognition in the market.<\/p>\n<h5>Why CLA is good for dogs<\/h5>\n<p>CLA enhances the immune response in the body. It also inhibits the growth of cell-related diseases such as cancer cells. CLA in Kangaroo meat also reduces inflammation caused by an infection or irritation. And a reduced risk of inflammation means the chances of developing allergies are lower. Kangaroo is also less likely to cause an adverse reaction in your pet\u2019s body, as it is a novel protein \u2013 a good diet for dogs with skin and digestive sensitivities.<\/p>\n<p>A dog food formula that contains Kangaroo meat is <a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-nz\/en-nz\/shop\/dog-formulas\/wild-kangaroo-apples-fp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Addiction Wild Kangaroo and Apples<\/a>. It&#8217;s made with wild Australian Kangaroo as a novel premium protein source and Apples rich in fiber and antioxidants. 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