Gareth Davies, a writer, spent seven days replicating Donald Trump’s reported diet. Fast food, snacks, and an alarming amount of Diet Cokes are among the former president's eating habits, which have been frequently brought to light during his political career. Davies wrote of his attempts to follow the rigorous routine.
Skipping Breakfast
Like Trump, Davies started his days without eating breakfast. When Trump does have breakfast, it's usually fried eggs and bacon. Davies, meanwhile, relied on a can of Diet Coke and the occasional Dorito to keep him from being hungry most mornings. He characterized the mornings as difficult, with nausea becoming a persistent problem as a result of both coffee use and an empty stomach.
Zinc, vitamin D, famotidine, melatonin, and aspirin are among the supplements that Trump takes in the morning. These were also taken by Davies, who described the procedure as being difficult on an empty stomach.
Midday Abstinence
Another meal that Trump skipped was lunch. Trump occasionally eats a meatloaf sandwich, which he supposedly liked while he was president. Davies skipped lunch completely, substituting extra Diet Cokes and sporadic nibbles for meals. By mid-afternoon, it was hard to ignore hunger, which was made worse by the snacks' poor nutritional value.
The Core of the Diet: Dinner
Large servings of fast food, such as pizza, KFC, McDonald's, or a well-done steak, are usually served during Trump's supper. Davies adhered strictly to this schedule, beginning the first night at McDonald's. Trump typically orders two Filet-O-Fish sandwiches, two Big Macs, and a small chocolate milkshake.
Although Davies said his first meal was satisfying, he pointed out that the milkshake's thick consistency made it less appetizing. He ate a variety of fast-food combinations over the next few days, all of which mirrored Trump's purported tastes.
Snacks and Beverages
Trump allegedly drank up to 12 cans of Diet Coke a day as part of the diet. There was a noticeable lack of water, as the artificially sweetened beverage took its place. Davies raised his consumption to nine cans per day by day five, but he still felt overwhelmed by the event.
The main snack that people ate during the day was Doritos. According to reports, Trump prefers the snack as his go-to choice. Davies, however, felt that the dependence on dry crisps was unsatisfying, especially when it came to replacing healthy meals.
Nutritional Insights
Trump's diet has come under fire for its excessive dependence on highly processed meals and lack of balance. It contributes to a bad gut flora since it is low in fiber and plant-based nutrients, according to nutritionists. Long-term health hazards are raised by the addition of high-sugar and high-fat foods along with large amounts of Diet Coke.
Aspartame, a major component in Diet Coke, has been classified by the WHO as a possible carcinogen. Since the body needs water to function at its best, Trump's avoidance of water exacerbates hydration issues.
Davies’ Reflection on the Challenge
Davies found the diet to be both cognitively and physically challenging during the week-long experiment. The lack of diversity and dependence on highly processed foods brought attention to how difficult it would be to follow such a routine. Constant companions were hunger and exhaustion, as well as gastrointestinal distress due to the high salt and lack of fiber.