Chapter
Taboos and Health Measures
15:27 - 26:29 (11:02)
The podcast discusses how taboos are often considered as public health measures, like in India where the left hand is taboo and the right is used for shaking hands and eating. Additionally, companies collect blood over long periods of time to anticipate potential health problems and aid in lifestyle decisions.
Clips
Humans seem to have a natural inclination towards taboos, even in regards to the most universal aspects of the human body, such as washing hands or engaging in physical acts.
15:27 - 18:34 (03:06)
Summary
Humans seem to have a natural inclination towards taboos, even in regards to the most universal aspects of the human body, such as washing hands or engaging in physical acts. These taboos can sometimes even serve as public health measures.
ChapterTaboos and Health Measures
Episode#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The hosts of the podcast dissect a human body, starting with the back muscles, and discuss the energy consumption of different organs, including the brain and kidneys.
18:34 - 21:57 (03:23)
Summary
The hosts of the podcast dissect a human body, starting with the back muscles, and discuss the energy consumption of different organs, including the brain and kidneys.
ChapterTaboos and Health Measures
Episode#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Injuries and catastrophic events leave a mark on our bodies, telling the story of our lives through scars.
21:57 - 24:13 (02:16)
Summary
Injuries and catastrophic events leave a mark on our bodies, telling the story of our lives through scars. These scars give insight into our personal decisions about lifestyle choices such as smoking and diet.
ChapterTaboos and Health Measures
Episode#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
ER doctors use the visible scars on a patient's abdomen to determine the cause of their abdominal pain, indicating past surgeries and what may or may not be causing the current issue.
24:13 - 26:29 (02:16)
Summary
ER doctors use the visible scars on a patient's abdomen to determine the cause of their abdominal pain, indicating past surgeries and what may or may not be causing the current issue.