The majority of young girls worry about being overweight, it has been revealed.

A recent study carried out by popular teen magazine Sugar found that six per cent of girls have suffered from an eating disorder.

Moreover, 78 per cent of those polled said they are concerned about their size, while one-fifth claim they have been criticised by family members for being too big.

The survey also revealed that many girls inherit their mother's attitude towards diet and exercise.

Sugar editor Annabel Brog commented: "I feel so strongly that women of all ages are in this pit together and we need to collectively stop criticising and obsessing about our own size."

Speaking recently, Alison Morris, editor of mydaughter.co.uk, said parents should set an example for their children when it comes to eating healthily and exercising.

She added that children should be made aware that they are loved for who they are and not what they look like.

Written by Fiona Mayers

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