The Asians I've encountered, and I've heard it's a good generalization, don't waste when it comes to food. For example, chicken isn't eaten off the bone, it is eaten in conjunction with the bone, skin, fat, marrow and cartilage.
Many prefer the “extras” to the meaty muscles I've always considered the only edible part.
When I was in Malaysia I made the mistake only once of not eating the “extras.” Myself and two others were invited to a home cooked meal by Ashim, a Bangladeshi man who worked in our hostel.
It was the best curry I've ever tasted, but I labored over eating the meat of each tiny bite of chicken matter. And soon Ashim noticed my tiny pile of bones. “That is my favorite part. You no like?”
Now I quite enjoy the added crunch and grit in my meat (mostly fish and chicken). I've adjusted to the texture and find it enhances my overall meal experience.
Now I'm building up my tolerance to Thai chilies.
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