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Variable

UK Data Service variable record for:

National Diet and Nutrition Survey Years 1-4, 2008/09-2011/12

Variable Details

VariableMoreFoodReason
LabelWhy more food
Responses
At a special occasion or on holiday 450
Bored or stressed 26
Busy/active/exercising 64
Change of routine 239
Don't know 96
Illness 7
Just got some money or free food/drink 30
On a special day 159
Other - Specify 107
Travelling 30
Very hungry/thirsty 185
Weekend day 114
Working shifts 6
DisclaimerPlease note that these frequencies are not weighted.
LocationNational Diet and Nutrition Survey Years 1-4, 2008/09-2011/12
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