He Dissects His First Cadaver, Becomes A Foodie | Dr. Shawn Baker & Dr. Jonathan Reisman

Dr. Shawn Baker Podcast

Jonathan is an ER doctor based in Philadelphia, trained in both internal medicine and pediatrics. His journey as a foodie began during medical school while dissecting cadavers, which sparked his fascination with learning how muscles correspond to various cuts of beef. He now runs the dinner series Anatomy Eats (@anatomyeats on all social media platforms), where he collaborates with chefs around the country to serve offal dishes. During these events, he discusses the anatomy and physiology of the parts being eaten, sometimes even dissecting organs as people dine.

In his first book, "The Unseen Body," Jonathan addresses the 1971 US law banning the sale of animal lungs as human food. In 2023, he submitted an official petition to the USDA arguing for the overturn of this law, and he is currently awaiting their response.

Jonathan is writing a new book based on Anatomy Eats, which will explore the intersection of anatomy and cuisine worldwide. The book aims to debunk many misconceptions about food that can be easily disproved with basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Some topics he plans to cover include whether eating testicles increases testosterone or masculinity, the real reason some cuts of meat are tougher than others, how foie gras relates to fatty liver disease, and the safety of consuming animal colons (which he confirmed through a visit to the Chitlin Fest in Salley, SC).

Rather than focusing on the nutritional benefits of eating these body parts, Jonathan emphasizes the fascination of understanding that human bodies are composed of the same parts and tissues consumed from animals. He believes that comprehending this overlap enhances the intrigue of eating offal. While he considers every part of an animal healthy (unless it's actually toxic, like a polar bear's liver), his primary interest lies in exploring the anatomical and physiological aspects of these foods.

Instagram: @anatomyeats @jonreismanMD

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YouTube: @anatomyeats @jonreismanMD

Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer. 00:50 Introduction. 06:54 Anatomy eats dinners, dissecting hearts during meals. 09:42 Eating any part of the body can be healthy. 12:03 Icelandic cuisine: dried fish, whale blubber, ram testicles. 14:34 USDA made lungs illegal due to safety concerns. 17:15 Cultural food beliefs and palate adaptability. 21:08 Examined whale heart, fermented walrus dishes fascinating. 26:14 Reevaluation of fat in Western medicine and nutrition. 27:12 Inupiat elders recommended traditional fat-rich diet. 32:54 Traditional vs. modern diet and physical activity. 33:42 Nanook of the North film, hunting seal. 36:39 Fascination with Asian cuisine and exotic ingredients. 42:48 Animal blood can be used in cuisine. 44:57 Modern raw milk is less dangerous. 49:13 Culinary road trips through Mexico and China. 50:25 Where to find Jonathan.

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