It's called "ketosis" -- the process of turning stored into ketones for fuel -- and it's usually more associated with people who go on the low-carb to force their bodies to start it up. But burning ketones leaves behind acetone, which then has to be excreted through either the lungs or the kidneys.
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Date: 2007-06-15 02:50 pm (UTC)So while José's breath may be off, he can remove his nailpolish by pissing on his hands.