Is Trump's hobby putting his health at risk? A new study raises concerns about his health

Donald Trump's latest medical tests revealed that he is in "excellent health," going so far as to point to his "frequent victories in golf events" as proof.

But a new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that his love of the game could put him at risk of an unexpected health condition.

Living within a mile of a golf course carries a 126% higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease versus living more than 9 miles away, according to data from over 5,500 people.

Researchers attribute the higher risk of risk to potential exposure to pesticides used in golf course maintenance.

It is known that these chemicals can leach into groundwater or become airborne, exposing nearby residents, reports the Telegraph.

The risk was significantly higher for people who relied on groundwater sources for drinking water, especially in areas where groundwater is more susceptible to pollution.

Although Trump does not currently live within a mile of a golf course, Mar-a-Lago is approximately 4 miles from the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach.

He also spends time at some of his other golf courses around the world in places like Aberdeen, Scotland, and Colts Neck, New Jersey.

It's important to note that the study suggests an association, not causation, between proximity to golf courses and increased risk of Parkinson's – but the findings align with previous research on pesticides.

"Many studies have investigated whether pesticides increase the risk of developing Parkinson's in different populations around the world," Katherine Fletcher, the lead researcher, said in a statement.

"The results have been mixed, but generally suggest that exposure to pesticides may increase the risk of the condition. However, the evidence is not strong enough to show that exposure to pesticides directly causes Parkinson's," she noted.

Experts recommend reducing the risk of developing Parkinson's by exercising and eating healthy foods.

This could mean giving up fast food – forever. /Telegraph/