Trump jokes his doctor once said he could ‘live to 200’ if he quit junk food
🚨 LMFAO! President Trump has the whole room cracking up after talking about doctors confirming his GREAT health
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) March 20, 2026
"If he didn't eat junk food, he'd live to 200 years old!" 🤣🤣
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WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump said he was once told he could live up to 200 years if he gave up junk food, while speaking at an event honoring the US Naval Academy football team on Friday, March 20.
The remark came as he addressed ongoing questions about his health, offering a mix of humor and self-reflection during the ceremony.
Trump, 79, brought up his former White House physician, Ronny Jackson, while discussing past medical evaluations.
He also signed an executive order designating the second Saturday in December as the official date for the annual Army-Navy football game.
Trump jokes Ronny Jackson said he could ‘live to 200’ if he gave up junk food
Acknowledging Jackson as one of the guests, Trump recalled a moment when the press asked the doctor-turned-congressman who was the healthiest among the presidents he had worked for: George W Bush, Barack Obama, or Trump.
“He said, ‘President Donald J Trump by far. If he didn’t eat junk food, he’d live to 200 years old,’” Trump claimed. “And I love this guy.”
The comparison included former President Barack Obama, who was known for maintaining an active lifestyle that included playing basketball and regular golfing. Trump, who also frequently plays golf, has often pointed to his own stamina and schedule as indicators of good health.
Jackson had earlier publicly praised Trump’s physical condition, once describing his cardiac health as “excellent” and attributing it to strong genetics. Trump’s reference to the “200 years” comment underscored his long-standing reliance on Jackson’s favorable evaluations.
Trump's health and lifestyle
Trump’s most recently disclosed weight is 225 pounds, and his diet, which includes meals from McDonald's, has remained a subject of public discussion.
The president has previously leaned into that image, even participating in a campaign-style visit to a McDonald’s outlet in 2024 to connect with voters.
In recent months, Trump has also faced questions after bruising was visible on his hands and neck during public appearances. The White House has attributed the marks on his hands to frequent handshakes, dismissing concerns about underlying health issues.
Controversy regarding Ronny Jackson
Jackson, who served in the White House Medical Unit beginning in 2006 and later transitioned into politics, has remained one of Trump’s most vocal supporters on matters related to his health. However, his career has also faced controversy.
Trump’s decision to nominate Jackson as secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs during his first term brought renewed attention to allegations from nearly two dozen current and former medical staffers.
The accusations included claims of misconduct, overprescribing medication, and creating a difficult work environment.
Jackson denied the allegations and withdrew his nomination, stating at the time that he did not expect to face what he described as baseless attacks on his character.
