The diets we tried in '08

As always, 2008 saw its fair share of diet books, promising everything from the perfect hips to freedom from hunger to losing 21 pounds in 21 days. A whole new batch soon will be out to launch those New Year's resolutions. But if you want a jump-start on some calorie-kicking diets, here are the ones we liked best — in no particular order — from last year's slate of reviews.

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