Synopsis

In "Diet Wars," FRONTLINE delves into the complex world of dieting. Correspondent Steve Talbot embarks on a personal journey, prompted by his own struggle with weight and a sobering realization that he is approaching the clinical definition of obesity. He investigates the vast array of weight loss programs available to Americans, navigating a landscape of often conflicting principles from Atkins to Ornish, Weight Watchers to South Beach. The program explores the history and science behind these