Endorphins are:
- A) Endogenous opioid peptides***
- B) A new class of topical anti- inflammatory agents
- C) Neuromuscular blocking agents
- D) Biogenic amines believed to cause schizophrenia
- E) Endogenous chelating agents.
The answer is A) Endogenous opioid peptides.
Endorphins are a group of hormones that are produced by the body's pituitary gland and hypothalamus. They are natural painkillers that bind to opioid receptors in the brain, similar to morphine and heroin. Endorphins are released in response to pain, stress, and exercise. They have also been shown to have mood-boosting and antidepressant effects.
The other answer choices are incorrect:
- B) Topical anti-inflammatory agents are applied to the skin to reduce inflammation.
- C) Neuromuscular blocking agents are used to paralyze muscles during surgery.
- D) Biogenic amines are a group of chemicals that are involved in mood, sleep, and appetite regulation. Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder that is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
- E) Chelating agents are chemicals that bind to metals and remove them from the body.
Endorphins are an important part of the body's natural pain relief system. They can help to reduce pain, improve mood, and boost the immune system.
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