Beta-endorphins are natural painkillers produced by the brain in response to stress, pain, and exercise, often leading to a feeling of euphoria, which is why they are considered relaxants released by the brain in response to exercise.

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Beta-Endorphins Are

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Beta-endorphins are:

A) Relaxants released by the brain in response to exercise
B) Stimulants that permit the athlete to summon maximum effort
C) Natural sedatives occurring in certain pleasurable foods
D) Enzymes necessary to the optimal metabolism and utilization of energy

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