I worry a little; preliminary web research says that if you diet the wrong way, you lose muscle mass and that's probably bad for more reasons than I can think of, and actually hinders weight loss.

But I know this isn't wrong; I've heard it from too many varied and/or reputable sources.

In Europe, it was nearly impossible to do the kind of before-bed grazing I've made a habit of at home. And over the course of a month, I lost nearly two inches off my waist. Now they're back and this is cheaper than buying bigger pants.