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Prevalence of eating behaviours and eating problems in adolescence in United Kingdom
| Eating behaviour | Prevalence (%) | Sex ratio (female to male) |
|---|---|---|
| Dieting |
35 |
1.5:1 |
| Anorexia nervosa |
0.4 |
9:1 |
| Bulimia nervosa |
1 |
30:1 |
| Obesity | 7-10 | 1.3:1 |
