RFK Jr. on Trump's Fast Food Diet: 'I Don't Know How He's Alive' | Quick Digest
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US Health Secretary, expressed surprise at Donald Trump's health despite his fast-food heavy diet during travel. He noted Trump's preference for McDonald's and Diet Coke, labeling campaign food as 'poison,' yet also praised his 'extraordinary energy' and 'constitution of a deity.'
RFK Jr. commented on Trump's fast-food diet on a podcast.
He stated, 'I don't know how he's alive,' regarding Trump's diet.
Trump reportedly consumes fast food like McDonald's and Diet Coke when traveling.
Kennedy described campaign food as 'just poison'.
Despite diet, RFK Jr. praised Trump's 'extraordinary energy' and resilience.
Comments come amidst new US dietary guidelines focusing on whole foods.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., serving as the US Health Secretary in the Trump administration, recently made candid remarks about former President Donald Trump's eating habits, particularly concerning his diet while traveling. In a podcast interview with Katie Miller, Kennedy expressed astonishment at Trump's health, stating, 'He has the constitution of a deity. I don't know how he's alive, but he is.'
Kennedy elaborated that while Trump maintains a healthy diet at home, such as at Mar-a-Lago and the White House, his food choices shift dramatically on the road. He noted Trump's reliance on fast food establishments like McDonald's and KFC, which he refers to as foods he 'trusts' to avoid illness during travel. RFK Jr. critically described the food consumed on the campaign trail as 'just poison' and mentioned Trump's preference for Diet Coke, noting that he rarely drinks water. Despite these observations, Kennedy also commended Trump's remarkable vitality, calling him 'the most energetic person any of us have met' and highlighting his 'extraordinary energy' for his age.
These comments gain additional context from Kennedy's new role, as he has been instrumental in the Trump administration's recently unveiled 2025-2030 US Dietary Guidelines. These guidelines emphasize consuming protein and whole foods while taking a firmer stance against highly processed foods and added sugars. The India Today article accurately reflects these statements, drawing from these verified reports. This story offers a unique glimpse into the personal habits of a prominent political figure through the lens of a top health official, sparking discussion about diet, health, and political leadership.
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