Riseberg E, Tamez M, Tucker KL, et al. - Researchers sought to assess the association of the Mediterranean diet (MeDS) and Alternate Healthy Eating Index 2010 (AHEI) with central obesity in the Puerto Rico Assessment of Diet, Lifestyle and Diseases (PRADLAD) cross‐sectional study. Data from PRADLAD candidates (aged 30 to 75 years) were used (n = 166). Dietary intake was evaluated by a food frequency questionnaire. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess relationships between MeDS and AHEI with central obesity (waist circumference > 102 cm males, > 88 cm females). Potatoes, root vegetables, fruit juice, avocados, bread, oatmeal, beans, chicken, seafood, low‐fat milk, cheese, eggs and beer were traditional MeDS foods. Findings suggested an association of higher adherence to MeDS or AHEI with lower central obesity in adults in Puerto Rico. Traditional foods that reflect these dietary patterns (ie, Mediterranean‐like) may help to reduce central obesity in high-risk populations.