Actress Lauren Harris has won herself a part in a soap opera, and is convinced that losing five pounds would make her a better actress. She is also having issues with her mother who is convinced she is anorexic.

Fifteen-year-old Jamie struggles with the pressure of taking care of his depressed mom and also tries to avoid his classmates who are out to bully him. He joins Super Slimmers as a means to please his mother.

When Val hears Richard is bringing his wife to the launch of her new weekend supplement, she brings an escort. Carl is a great success and he offers to spend the night for no extra charge. Val isn't impressed by his theories about her weight gain.