Jamie Oliver for new reality series

Published Monday, May 11 2009, 09:29 BST | By Dan French
Jamie Oliver for new reality series

Rex Features

ABC is teaming up with Jamie Oliver and Ryan Seacrest for a new reality series, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The series, loosely based on the celebrity chef's School Dinners campaign, will see Oliver travel to the unhealthiest places in America and attempt to improve people's eating habits.

"I couldn't do what I do in terms of my schedule if I didn't eat right and exercise right," said Seacrest. "As a kid I was chubby, and I'm a firm believer that the fuel we put into our body results in a healthy lifestyle."

He added: "Jamie's going to come over here, roll up his sleeves and use the resources of each town to help condition living habits to make it a better and healthier place."

The as-yet-untitled show is expected to air next year on ABC.

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