President Donald Trump, at 79 years old, is facing renewed scrutiny over his health, this time focusing on his dietary preferences. The conversation was reignited following an interview where the president dismissed concerns about his health, including his age, energy level, and physical condition. Despite being the oldest person to assume the presidency, Trump has maintained that he is sharp and fully capable of fulfilling his duties.
Critics have not missed the opportunity to zero in on Trump's fast-food habits, particularly his legendary McDonald's order, which includes fries, a Quarter Pounder, a Big Mac, and a Filet-O-Fish. The meal, first revealed by then Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters, amounts to roughly 1,960 calories, and surpasses 2,700 calories when a chocolate milkshake is added. This revelation has become a flashpoint for online hysteria, with detractors using it to question the president's health.
The viral moment comes as Trump continues to assert his vitality, despite social media posts mocking his cholesterol intake and suggesting that his fast-food consumption is incompatible with a healthy lifestyle. In response, Trump has acknowledged taking cholesterol medication under the care of his physician, Navy Captain Sean Barbabella. The president also addressed concerns about visible bruising on his hand, attributing it to daily aspirin use for blood thinning.
Rejecting claims of dozing off during meetings, Trump explained that instances caught on camera were merely brief moments of eye closure. He emphasized that such narratives are reminiscent of the media's past focus on Joe Biden's health, now redirected towards him.
In October, confusion arose over a medical scan Trump received. Initially mentioning an MRI, he later clarified it was a CT scan to rule out cardiovascular issues. His doctor confirmed there was no cause for concern.
Trump's affinity for McDonald's is a well-documented aspect of his public persona. During his 2024 campaign, he famously served customers at a Pennsylvania McDonald's, and his preference for fast food, pizza, fried chicken, and Diet Coke was detailed in a 2017 book by aides Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie.
Despite the scrutiny, Trump remains unapologetic about his lifestyle. "My health is perfect," he declared, dismissing speculations as politically motivated. His supporters view the viral McDonald's story as an attempt to overshadow his policy achievements and a president who defies elite expectations. Trump's message is clear: he eats what he wants, works tirelessly, and shows no signs of slowing down.
