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A comprehensive list of possible illnesses or disorders that can be associated with exercise intolerance, grouped by category: Exercise intolerance refers to an abnormal or reduced response to physical activity — often presenting as excessive fatigue, breathlessness, weakness, or muscle pain — that exceeds what would be expected for an individual's age, fitness level, or health status. It is not a diagnosis in itself , but a clinical sign pointing to a wide range of possible underlying conditions. These can span cardiovascular, respiratory, neuromuscular, metabolic, genetic, infectious, or systemic causes. Focus: The list below groups these potential causes by underlying pathophysiology or origin (e.g., genetic, viral, bacterial, etc.), and highlights whether the central nervous system (CNS) is involved. Note: Psychological or functional causes, including Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD), have been intentionally excluded due to the lack of objective evidence. Cardiovascular ...

From the very beginning of life, the human body demonstrates its reliance on animal-derived nourishment. The first food a newborn receives—or should receive—is colostrum , a nutrient-rich fluid produced by mammals, including humans, in the first few days after giving birth. Colostrum is not a protein itself, but it is exceptionally high in immune-supporting proteins such as immunoglobulins (antibodies) , leukocytes (white blood cells) , lactoferrin , and various growth factors , along with vitamins and minerals . This early "milk" is essential for jumpstarting a newborn's immune system and ensuring proper early development. Compared to mature breast milk, colostrum contains more protein and antibodies, and less fat and carbohydrates, making it uniquely suited for the newborn’s needs (Ballard & Morrow, 2013; U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2020). This biological reality challenges the idea that humans are naturally vegetarian or vegan. From our first moments, we d...