The slimmers' group Weight Watchers has given its backing to McDonald's in a meal deal that has provoked outrage among anti-obesity campaigners.  The restaurant group said its arrangement with Weight Watchers in New Zealand involved the placement of the slimming group’s logo on the packaging of three McDonald's meals. 05-03-2010

Critics said the deal would encourage people to eat more of the food believing it was good for them, or lure dieters into the fast-food chain where they will be enticed by fattier alternatives.  With thanks to The Times.  To read the full story go to:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/health/article7047642.ece