Table 1.
Factor-loading matrix for two dietary patterns identified from post-diagnostic food-frequency questionnaire among men with prostate cancer (n=926) in the Physicians' Health Studya
| Food group | Prudent Dietary Pattern | Western Dietary Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Legumes | 0.55 | - |
| Dark-yellow vegetables | 0.55 | - |
| Green, leafy vegetables | 0.54 | - |
| Other vegetables | 0.54 | - |
| Fruit | 0.51 | - |
| Cruciferous vegetables | 0.51 | - |
| Tomatoes | 0.49 | - |
| Whole grains | 0.44 | - |
| Garlic | 0.40 | - |
| Soy products | 0.36 | - |
| Fish | 0.32 | - |
| Oil and vinegar dressing | 0.31 | - |
| Processed meats | - | 0.66 |
| Red meats | - | 0.60 |
| Eggs | - | 0.48 |
| Snacks | - | 0.46 |
| High-fat dairy products | - | 0.45 |
| Potatoes | - | 0.44 |
| French fries | - | 0.42 |
| Butter | - | 0.39 |
| Sweets and desserts | - | 0.35 |
| Refined grains | - | 0.33 |
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Food groups with loading factors less than 0.3 for both dietary patterns were not listed in the table, and included fruit juice, poultry, condiments, nuts, tea, low-fat dairy products, pizza, organ, cold breakfast cereal, wine, margarine, mayonnaise, low-energy drink, beer, coffee, high-energy drink, and liquor.