How The Government Makes You Fat: Gary Taubes on Obesity, Carbs and Bad Science

"The government can come along and, with all the best intentions, cause enormous problems" says Gary Taubes, author of "Why We Get Fat And What To Do About It."

In this video, Taubes talks about his work in the world of nutrition, as well as his conclusion that carbohydrates - not dietary fat, overeating, or lack of physcial activity - are the main cause of obesity.