Brittney Price explains in this article how Italian anatomist Matteo Realdo Colombo used the term for the expelled "bed" of the fetus because of its resemblance to the popular cake, which was likely related to modern baklava and/or lasagna. Learning can be delicious (or not)!
How a 16th century Italian anatomist came up with the word ‘placenta’: it reminded him of a cakeIn my research, I try to uncover the cultural significance of the placenta and afterbirth in premodern Europe to help us better understand the social and medical history of this important organ.theconversation.com
For wild animals, a risk calculation. For humans in modern society, a risk never worth taking, in my assessment.
Notes from the Field: Late-Onset Infant Group B Streptococcus ...In September 2016, the Oregon Health Authority was notified of a case of late-onset group B Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS) bacteremia in an infant that began 5 days after completion of treatment ...www.cdc.govIn case you want to prepare your own authentic placenta cake, Neill George's blog is here: And an alternative, more Greek recipe version is here: pass-the-garum.blogspot.com/2013/01/plac...
Roman Religious Cake - PlacentaPass the Garum offers up a taste of history by recreating Ancient Rome one recipe at a time. Come and eat like the ancients!pass-the-garum.blogspot.com
