Do Other Countries Have Picky Eaters? A Global Look at Fussy Eating
                                
                                
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                                Research indicates that the prevalence of picky eating in young children can range significantly, from 5.6% in some European studies to as high as 59% in Chinese studies, debunking the myth that only certain cultures have picky eaters. This global phenomenon is influenced by cultural attitudes toward food, parental feeding practices, and the child's environment.