Diet Risk Score
Diet Risk Score — clinical reference tool.
Formula
Risk Score = (Red Meat × 2) + (Processed × 3) + (Sugary Drinks × 1) - (F&V × 0.2)
- Higher score = higher disease risk
- Red meat and processed meat most harmful
- Fruits and vegetables protective
Diet Assessment
Inputs
- Red Meat Servings/Week: 2 count
- Processed Meat/Week: 1 count
- Sugary Drinks/Week: 3 count
- Fruits & Veggies/Week: 15 count
2 red meat + 1 processed + 3 sugary - 15 fruit/veg = Risk Score 4.0 (Low Risk)
Frequently asked questions
What diseases does this predict?
Diet risk is associated with cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
How can I improve my score?
Reduce red/processed meat to <2 servings/week, minimize sugary drinks, and aim for 10+ fruit/vegetable servings weekly.