Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropped a surprising remark Wednesday, expressing sheer amazement at President Donald Trump's ability to thrive despite a diet heavy on McDonald's, candy, and Diet Coke.
On "The Katie Miller Podcast," released Tuesday and hosted by the wife of White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, Kennedy discussed the administration's new dietary and vaccine guidelines while touching on the 79-year-old president's eating habits.
The conversation took a sharp turn when Kennedy was asked about the most unusual diet in the administration, prompting a candid take on Trump's food choices.
Kennedy didn't hold back, saying, "The interesting thing about the president is that he eats really bad food, which is McDonald's, and, you know, candy and Diet Coke." That blunt assessment, paired with his follow-up on the podcast, paints a picture of bewilderment at Trump's resilience, a point that resonates with many who question modern dietary norms.
He went further, marveling, "He has the constitution of a deity. I don't know how he's alive, but he is," as reported by Newsmax. Such a statement underscores a mix of admiration and concern, especially when fast food giants dominate so much of American eating culture.
This isn't just idle gossip; it ties directly to Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" campaign, which pushes for real, unprocessed foods over the ultra-processed junk that too often fills grocery shelves and drive-thru menus.
Still, Kennedy offered some context, noting Trump limits his fast food indulgences mostly to travel, preferring trusted corporate chains to avoid illness on the road. That pragmatic choice might not win nutrition awards, but it shows a calculated approach to a hectic schedule.
At home, whether at the White House or Mar-a-Lago in Florida, Kennedy emphasized that Trump opts for high-quality meals. It's a reassuring detail, suggesting the president isn't always downing burgers and soda, despite the public perception.
And for all the dietary critique, Kennedy couldn't help but highlight Trump's vigor, calling him "the most energetic person any of us have ever met," a nod to an endurance that defies easy explanation.
Beyond personal observations, Kennedy shared insights from Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, who reviewed Trump's medical records. The findings? Exceptional vitality for a man over 70, a fact Kennedy seemed eager to pass along.
Trump's apparent robustness stands in stark contrast to a culture increasingly obsessed with wellness fads and restrictive diets. Perhaps there's a lesson here about resilience trumping perfection, even if the food choices raise valid questions.
Kennedy himself quipped that Trump would likely appreciate the public mention of such stellar health metrics. It's a lighthearted jab, but one that hints at the president's knack for shrugging off criticism with a grin.
On the policy front, Kennedy's HHS is rolling out bold changes, including an inverted food pyramid that prioritizes vegetables, fruits, proteins, dairy, and healthy fats over whole grains. This flip aims to steer Americans toward whole, natural foods, a move long overdue in a nation drowning in refined carbs and sugar.
Alongside this, the childhood immunization schedule has been trimmed from 17 to 11 recommended vaccines, reflecting a push to reassess what’s truly necessary. Kennedy called these shifts revolutionary, a direct challenge to decades of misguided health advice.
His vision is clear: cut through the noise of corporate food lobbying and overzealous medical mandates to focus on what sustains life at its core. In a world of endless dietary dogma, that simplicity might just be the wake-up call we need.