Trump’s Health Check‑In: A Pretty Clean Sheet (Mostly)
President Donald Trump, age 71, recently rolled up his sleeves for a full‑body check at Walter Reed, and the results are a mix of “nice job” and “lets get moving”. Here’s the skinny on the former president’s health, whispered through the hallowed halls of the White House infirmary.
Whack‑Shop of Wellness:
- Body Check‑Up: At 6’3” and 239 pounds (108 kg), Trump is classified as overweight and borderline obese. His blood pressure measured snug at 122/74, and his cholesterol sits on the higher side.
- Heart Heroics: A cardio test and a scan for plaque revealed nothing alarming. The doctor credited his “genetics”—or maybe a genetic miracle— for the good news.
- Mental Matrix: Trump scored a perfect 30/30 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment. The test is all about spotting early wrinkles of Alzheimer’s, not the quick mood swings of a Trump press briefing.
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry… (But Not The Whole Time)
Trump’s favorite foods—fried chicken, hamburgers, and steak—give us a taste of the typical American diet. While his golf hobby keeps him on a few minutes of movement, a daily exercise routine was last seen as optional.
Doctor Jackson’s Plan:
- Weigh‑down: Aim for losing 10–15 pounds (4.5–6.8 kg) by cooking overhauls and calorie cuts.
- Omega‑60 Rehab: A daily dose of Crestor will be increased to tide over cholesterol.
- Chefs & Nutrients: A nutritionist will team up with the White House culinary crew to slash fats & carbs.
- Move‑N‑Move: A daily exercise program will be drafted—maybe even involving Melania, if she’s up for it.
“No Gaps in the Slides” – Trump’s Media Moment
During the wide‑open question interval—lasting a whole hour—Trump asked for a cognitive screen and did not hide any data. He even encouraged his doctor to fully explain the findings, hoping no notes were withheld for privacy.
Experts Wrap It Up:
- Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Petersen: A perfect score does not guarantee no future decline—just one metric among many.
- Georgetown’s Ranit Mishori: Gave Trump an “extra review” to show he’s in good shape, but warned that four risk factors (age, gender, weight, cholesterol) still mean he might be at higher cardiovascular risk.
- Flipped‑Side View: Mishori cautioned: “This is a snapshot; it isn’t a guarantee that he’ll stay as healthy for the rest of the term.”
In a nutshell, Trump is mentally squeaky‑clean and physically fit enough for now—though a few tweaks in diet, cardiology, and cardio would keep the presidentship running smooth for a few more years. The story shows that even a master of the microphone needs a shot of science.
