US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr has offered a revealing glimpse into President Donald Trump’s eating habits, saying that while the president follows a relatively healthy diet when at home, his routine changes noticeably when he is travelling, with fast food becoming his preferred option.
Speaking during a podcast interview with Katie Miller that was released on Tuesday, Kennedy addressed growing public curiosity about Trump’s health, diet and stamina. He said that at the White House and at Mar-a-Lago, Trump generally eats sensibly, but those habits often fall away once he is on the move.
According to Kennedy, people who accompany Trump on official trips are often surprised by how frequently the president relies on fast food. He remarked that some aides joke that Trump seems to be “pumping himself full of poison all day long” when travelling, a comment he delivered with humour rather than criticism.
Kennedy explained that Trump’s preference for well-known fast food chains stems from a desire to avoid falling ill while travelling. He said the president sticks to food from familiar, large brands because he trusts their consistency and safety, noting that places like McDonald’s feel predictable and reliable to him when he is away from home.
Despite acknowledging Trump’s fondness for fast food on the road, Kennedy expressed amazement at the president’s physical resilience. He described Trump as possessing extraordinary stamina and vitality, saying he could not understand how someone with such habits maintained such high energy levels. In his words, Trump has “the constitution of a deity,” a remark meant to underline his surprise rather than raise concern.
Kennedy went on to praise Trump as one of the most energetic individuals he has ever encountered, stressing that fast food is not the president’s usual diet and that he generally eats well. He portrayed Trump as someone whose overall health seems to defy conventional expectations.
These comments come at a time when Trump is facing renewed scrutiny over his age, physical endurance and appearance. In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, the president pushed back sharply against repeated questions about his health, expressing frustration at what he described as constant public speculation.
Trump dismissed suggestions that he appears tired or drowsy during public appearances, saying such impressions are often the result of poorly timed photographs. He argued that images showing him with his eyes closed are usually captured mid-blink rather than evidence of fatigue.
At 79, Trump would be 82 by the end of his second term, making him the oldest serving US president in history. Like former president Joe Biden, he has been subjected to intense public and media scrutiny over signs of ageing, including his schedule, physical appearance and overall stamina.
Trump acknowledged that he has scaled back certain engagements, but insisted this was a strategic choice rather than a reflection of declining energy. He said he has never needed much sleep and prefers to focus his time on what he considers the most important meetings and decisions.
During the same interview, Trump revealed that he takes roughly 325 milligrams of aspirin each day, a dose higher than what is commonly advised. He said the medication helps keep his blood thin, but also leads to bruising on his hands, which he sometimes covers with makeup during public appearances.
Trump also recounted a minor incident in which he said Attorney General Pam Bondi accidentally cut his hand with her ring, adding that applying makeup to conceal such marks is quick and routine.
The White House has consistently defended Trump’s fitness for office. After a comprehensive medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in October 2025, his physician stated that the president was in excellent health, citing strong cardiovascular, neurological and physical indicators.
