Originally Posted by mike_d

Look up PSMF -- it works! It's relatively painless too. It's not for the long term though, just a few days/weeks. Bodybuilders use it for 'cutting' body-fat while preserving their muscle.

Me, I am beginning to believe a total fast, water only, for several days or longer is best. I have yet to do it though for very long. The latest studies indicate muscle is not lost, only fat and "starvation mode" is a myth. Benefits may include: fixing your high FBS, insulin resistance and high BP.