"Interesting theory indeed. But who would volunteer to be a test subject for such a study?"
Lucius frowns, looking down. "I am sorry. Do you have any idea how long a recovery you are looking at here? Because you can't live on so little for very long." There is actual concern in his voice, as if to say...you look weak, and I would be distressed to have you die just after you've been made not dead...