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jamw | 1 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Yep. Talking to a biologist here. Well aware of the extreme conditions before the human body utilises muscle as fuel. Think POW / concentration camps…
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learningproducers | 1 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Exactly, pretty extreme. If you’re pushing 200lbs a 3 day fast would still be a good idea for burning fat, throw in weights and you’re also building muscle