In a recent revelation that has put his health regimen under the spotlight, former US President Donald Trump stated he consumes a daily dose of aspirin higher than what doctors usually advise. The disclosure came during an interview with The Wall Street Journal, highlighting his personal approach to cardiovascular care.
A Personal Prescription for "Thin Blood"
Speaking to the publication in an interview published on Thursday, January 1, the 79-year-old political figure explained his reasoning. "They say aspirin is good for thinning out the blood, and I don’t want thick blood pouring through my heart," Trump told the WSJ. He added, "I want nice, thin blood pouring through my heart. Does that make sense?" This personal health strategy emerges amidst ongoing public discussion about the age and fitness of leading US politicians.
Doctor Confirms 325mg Daily Regimen
Trump's physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, confirmed the specifics to The Wall Street Journal. He stated that the former president takes 325 milligrams of aspirin every day for cardiac prevention. This dosage is notably higher than the commonly prescribed low-dose aspirin of 81 milligrams, which institutions like the Mayo Clinic often cite for many older adults. The revelation provides concrete data behind Trump's self-described health practices.
Health Scrutiny and Preventative Scans
Trump's health has been a subject of attention in recent months. This follows observations of visible bruising on his hands and reports that he underwent a brain scan in October. The White House previously attributed the bruising to frequent handshaking and described the imaging scan as a preventative measure.
Dr. Barbabella provided further clarification on the scan, noting that President Trump ultimately had a CT scan instead of an MRI. According to the doctor, this was chosen "to definitively rule out any cardiovascular issues," and the results showed no abnormalities. These details come at a time when age is a focal point in US politics; Trump is the second-oldest person to serve as president, after his Democratic predecessor Joe Biden, who was 82 upon leaving office.
The conversation around Trump's aspirin use underscores a broader dialogue on personal health management versus standard medical guidance, especially for public figures in their advanced years.
