Not really, unless of course someone reduced their caloric intake permanently, but that is more of in the lines of dieting than religious fasting.

Personally I tend to regain my pre-fast weight once we reach pentecost. But perhaps it is different with you. 

I know you meant it as aggravation, but perhaps consider laying aside the mocking tone and discuss the spiritual benefits or detriments of asceticism, which as the article mentioned is found in most of the worlds faiths. If anything a gentle and earnest discussion might give a rest a well needed rest from animosity.