Melania Trump is often portrayed as the most health-conscious member of the Trump family.
That image has largely been shaped through interviews and her own statements about her diet and daily routines.
However, according to previous coverage, she also has a clear favorite dish that does not fit the narrative of a consistently healthy lifestyle.
A carefully crafted public image
According to New York Magazine, Melania Trump said in a 2010 interview that she prepared her own meals and paid close attention to what she ate.
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Later, Health Digest described how she regularly chooses fruit, vegetables, and light foods.
In a Facebook post from 2013, she shared the contents of her smoothies, which included berries, vegetables, and low-fat yogurt.
This information has helped build an image of control and discipline, particularly in contrast to Donald Trump’s well-known fondness for fast food.
Clear exclusions
Melania Trump has also clearly stated what she does not eat. In her 2024 memoir, she wrote that she does not eat raw fish.
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According to Hindustan Times, this meant, among other things, that sushi was avoided during an official visit to Japan.
These exclusions have helped underscore her focus on specific dietary principles.
The exception to the rule
Nevertheless, Health Digest, citing New York Magazine, notes that Melania Trump’s favorite dish is chicken parmigiana from the restaurant Jean-Georges in New York.
The dish is known for being rich and calorie-dense due to breading, frying, and cheese.
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This information adds nuance to the otherwise prevailing image of a health-oriented lifestyle.
The reports point out that her food choices are not solely shaped by strict principles, but also include occasional exceptions.
Sources: Health Digest, New York Magazine, Facebook post, and Hindustan Times.
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