How prevalent is obesity in gastroenterologists?
Underweight
Men: 0 percent
Women: 1 percent
Normal
Men: 50 percent
Women: 65 percent
Overweight
Men: 42 percent
Women: 33 percent
Obese
Men: 7 percent
Women: 1 percent
Diet choice amongst gastroenterologists
Typical American: 30 percent
American Heart Association-type: 21 percent
Mediterranean-type: 15 percent
Weight loss/calorie restricted: 7 percent
Weight loss/not calorie restricted: 5 percent
Lacto-ovo vegetarian: 5 percent
Paleo: 4 percent
Meals-on-the-go: 3 percent
Vegan: 2 percent
Amish-style: 2 percent
Gluten-free: 1 percent
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