Donald Trump sat down for a no-holds-barred chat with The Wall Street Journal this week, and at 79, he didn’t mince words about his well-being. “My health is perfect,” he quoted flatly when pressed on age-related worries, brushing off critics who question his stamina during rallies and long days in office. Published January 1, 2026–the interview pulls back the curtain on his checkups, quirky habits—and a daily aspirin routine that’s got doctors talking. For anyone watching their own health as they age, it’s a real eye-opener on what works, what doesn’t, and why personal choices matter.
Aspirin habit raises eyebrows
The biggest shocker came when Trump owned up to popping a full 325 mg aspirin tablet every single day for the last 25 years. That’s double what most folks get prescribed, and he knows his doctors aren’t thrilled. “It’s superstitious,” he said with a shrug, explaining it stems from watching his father battle heart problems. Those easy bruises on his hands? Straight from the aspirin, which thins blood enough to turn minor bumps into purple splotches. He covers them with makeup for cameras—but in the interview, he laid it all out plain.Doctors see this differently. Low-dose aspirin, around 81 mg, helps prevent clots that lead to heart attacks or strokes—especially if you’ve got risks like high cholesterol or a family history. The American Heart Association pushes it only after a doctor’s nod, tailored to your blood tests and lifestyle. Trump’s higher dose cranks up the dangers, though. Stomach woes hit first, irritated lining that can turn into ulcers or bleeds over time. Research shows long-term high-dosers double their bleeding odds, and bruising gets worse as skin thins with age.Platelets take the biggest hit, clumping less effectively, so even a handshake leaves marks. Experts from places like the Cleveland Clinic run tests, platelet function assays, to dial in safe levels. Skip that, and you’re rolling the dice. In the U.S., about one in five chronic users runs into trouble, per NIH data, often silently until it’s ER time. Trump’s been lucky so far, but his story rings bells for the rest of us chasing prevention without a plan.Here in India, where heart disease claims a quarter of lives according to WHO numbers, aspirin’s everywhere from corner pharmacies to big hospitals. Post-attack patients swear by it, but full 325 mg tabs fly off shelves unchecked, mimicking Trump’s self-prescribe vibe. Smart moves pair it with vitamin K foods, spinach or methi, to balance clotting, while city docs now offer genetic scans for custom doses.Rural spots lag, though, handing out generics without chats on sides like Trump’s bruises. His quote, “my health is perfect, underscores confidence but, evidence shows caution. Trials such as ASPREE, back this up, showing healthy seniors over 70 gain very little from routine asprin intake. Superstition fueled his choice—yet science offers better paths, starting low and checking often.
Recent scans reveal no red flags
Trump got a CT scan of his heart and abdomen back in October 2025 at Walter Reed, after calling it an MRI at first. His doc, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella gave it a clean bill, saying his ticker matches a 65-year-old’s vigor. White House notes backed the good metabolic scores, no plaque or worries.
Exercise routine or lack thereof
No gym rat here, Trump finds treadmills boring and sticks to golf for movement. Leg swelling from venous issues led to a compression sock trial, but he bailed, too snug. WHO says aim for 150 minutes moderate activity weekly to keep circulation humming.
Broader takeaways for readers
Stories like Trump’s blend elite access with everyday lessons. Scans spot trouble early, aspirin helps some but bites back unchecked, and steps beat sitting.
