Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) for Weight Loss

"By grading the health claims in this format the customers are presented with information based on the strongest scientific research," said Dr. Hamlin. "Our users may link to research CLA's benefits on metabolism and find articles and information supporting a `Limited' research grade."

The BNE also features a link to "Interactions and Precautions" which allows clients to read the latest information on the substances regarding interactions and other problems that may crop up when taking certain supplements. The most recent information on the substances is present so that clients may be assured of accurate statements, said Dr. Hamlin.

There are five other substances that have been added to the BNE recently. Muira Puama, Noni, Omega-3, Omega-6, and Quercetin have all been researched and added to the knowledgebase. Users can learn about the substances, though the health benefits remain under review. After the research team is finished with the data, an Advisory Board of industry-recognized experts will review and validate the research.

Then the substances are ready to be added to the BNE, in order to keep its customers informed on the leading nutrition information.

Advisory Board members for the BNE include: Robert J. Cousins, Ph.D., Boston Family professor of nutrition and director of the Center for Nutritional Sciences at the University of Florida; John P. Foreyt, Ph.D., professor at Baylor College of Medicine and a nationally known psychologist, clinical researcher, and expert on obesity; Peter Barton Hutt, J.D., former chief counsel for the FDA and a nationally recognized legal expert in the fields of food labeling, food standards, and drug development; Joseph J. Jacobs, M.D., former head of the Office of Alternative Medicine for the National Institutes of Health and director of Policy and Program Analysis for the national AIDS Program Office; Paul A. LaChance, Ph.D., professor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at Rutgers University and the first food and nutrition coordinator for NASA.