LessWrong (Curated & Popular) [Linkpost] “I ate bear fat with honey and salt flakes, to prove a point” by aggliu
Nov 4, 2025
Have you ever thought about eating bear fat? An intriguing exploration kicks off with the idea that evolution might dictate our cravings. Aglio goes on a culinary adventure, trying this unconventional treat topped with honey and salt flakes. Surprisingly, the experience isn't just bizarre, but tasty! There's a fascinating connection made to Eliezer Yudkowsky's theory about alien perspectives on human desires. Join in for a unique blend of food experimentation and philosophical musings.
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Evolution Predicts Fat-Sweet-Salt Cravings
- Eliezer's claim was that an external observer would predict humans want to eat high-fat, sweet, salted combos.
- This prediction frames eating preferences as evolutionary signals rather than direct prescriptions.
Tasting Bear Fat With Honey And Salt
- Aglio bought a jar of bear fat online and served it with honey and salt flakes to colleagues at Inkhaven.
- The treat surprised them by tasting surprisingly good and supported the experiment's point.