Question

in order to lose 12 pounds, your friend wants to fast for a week. you dont think it is a good idea. which of the following statements best explains why she should not fast and provides her with a better alternative? a. fasting can lead to fatigue or dizziness, so it would be best to follow a low - carbohydrate diet to lose weight. b. fasting can cause the metabolism to slow down, so it would be better to follow a well - balanced diet that has reduced calories. c. fasting is ineffective because its hard to maintain, so it would be best to take diet pills instead. d. fasting will cause you to have low energy, so a liquid diet would be best because it doesnt have any negative side effects.

Explanation:

not inherently better than a balanced reduced-calorie diet, and fatigue/dizziness is a short-term issue, not the core problem.

• Option C's diet pills carry significant health risks and are not a safe alternative.
• Option D is incorrect because liquid diets often have negative side effects (e.g., nutrient deficiencies, muscle loss) and are not sustainable.

Answer:

not inherently better than a balanced reduced-calorie diet, and fatigue/dizziness is a short-term issue, not the core problem.

• Option C's diet pills carry significant health risks and are not a safe alternative.
• Option D is incorrect because liquid diets often have negative side effects (e.g., nutrient deficiencies, muscle loss) and are not sustainable.