Table 3

Post-hoc exploratory analysis of alignment between DRS and HEI-2015 component scores and correlations

DRS componentHEI-2015 componentCorrelation*P value
Fast foodSodium0.060.51
Breads0.020.81
Snacks0.070.46
Processed meats0.080.34
Processed meatsSaturated fat−0.180.04
Sugar-sweetened beveragesAdded sugars−0.34<0.001
NutsSeafood/plant protein−0.44<0.001
Fish−0.49<0.001
VegetablesTotal vegetables−0.43<0.001
Green vegetables, beans−0.59<0.001
FruitTotal fruit−0.67<0.001
Whole fruit−0.68<0.001

  • *Spearman correlations.

  • DRS, diet risk score; HEI, Healthy Eating Index.