This high-interest, low-vocabulary photostory is suitable for adult basic education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) students who are learning to read. Fad Diets tells the story of Al's attempts to lose weight. Al tries some fad diets only to discover that they don't work. He gains back the weight and often feels tired and ill. Al learns that the only way to lose weight sensibly and safely is through healthy, balanced eating habits. The photographs reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary reader is suitable for adolescent and adults who are beginning readers. This title is one of four in the Health series. Lexile level: 340L