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The Relationship Between Starvation and Muscle Loss
When you starve yourself, your body burns first glucose, then glycogen and muscle, and finally fat. However, your brain also relies on muscle degradation for energy during starvation. This can lead to a loss of lean muscle mass, which is concerning. It is important to monitor your lean muscle mass and fat composition, especially if you're not working out or consuming enough protein to build muscle.