The Unseen Body

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In this lyrical exploration, Dr. Reisman takes readers on a captivating journey through the human body and diverse cultures. As a physician, adventure traveler, and naturalist, he navigates our insides like an explorer unveiling a new world. With unique insights, Reisman connects the understanding of mountain watersheds to diagnosing heart attacks, reveals that our bodies are primarily composed of mucus rather than water, and illustrates how urine tells a story of humanity’s origins. Through his unconventional adventures in healthcare and travel, he uncovers profound lessons: a trip to the Alaskan Arctic reveals that fat is a hero, not an enemy; a journey in the Himalayas explores the boundary between the brain and the mind; and eating a sheep’s head in Iceland fosters empathy. By linking rich experiences from distant lands and unique cultures to the body’s inner workings, he demonstrates how our organs exist within an intricate ecosystem that mirrors the natural world. Reisman offers a fresh and moving perspective, helping readers understand their bodies and functions in ways previously unimagined. His narrative blends science, culture, and personal experience, inviting us to see our bodies as interconnected with the world around us.