Tag: Fragility

According to the Merck Manual, weakness is a lack of muscle strength, whereas fatigue is a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion. A sense of being 'weak and fragile' can be a distressing combination, often rooted in a mix of physical, nutritional, and lifestyle factors that compromise your body's overall resilience.

Despite a relatively weak physical form compared to many mammals, humans have settled every continent and thrive in extreme environments. The answer to **why are humans so fragile yet resilient?** lies in a dynamic interplay of evolutionary trade-offs, complex social structures, and remarkable adaptive biological and psychological mechanisms.

The human body is an intricate and resilient machine, yet many parts remain surprisingly delicate and vulnerable. While protected by bone, fluid, and other tissues, these structures are susceptible to damage. So, what is the most delicate part of our body?