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Hethir/Dalene,

I just found this article form the times that, if I read it correctly, states antioxidants are bad for people who have insulin resistance and those that are exercising to improve health and for weight control.... I dunno, have you heard anything about this? http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/12/healt ... 2exer.html

I exercise 3-4 times a week for 30 minutes, not including all the run around time I get from tending to the kids. I also take Sx fraction for my IR, and some other herbs (Vitex, Inositol, Red Raspberry, Choline, and Royal Jelly) but the only antioxidant I take is Acai Berry.... Despite the exercise, Low GI diet, and herbal supplementation it is still next to impossible for me to lose pounds.... I wonder if an herb or vitamin I'm taking may be causing this?

I look forward to your insight

Hi Pamela,

I haven't heard of this and it seems like every minute someone is coming out with new studies on all different sorts of health care supplements and the like. Very interesting though! It can be hard to keep up.

If you think this may be happening to you you could consult with your doctor about this new finding and see what they think. You could also cut out the antioxidant supplements you are taking or cut it back and see if you notice any differences in your weight loss.

It is hard for me to answer your questions (your personal case) based on what little info I have on your particular situation. I don't know anything about your health history. Have you had your thyroid checked?

I will have to have Hethir read this and see what she thinks. We love going over new articles and supplement findings together.

All the Best,

Dalene