In order to lose 12 pounds, your friend wants to fast for a week. you don't 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 it's 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 doesn't have any negative side effects.