Harold, a professional musician, usually is very careful about his eating habits. He eats in moderation and exercises regularly. However, his food intake increases dramatically when he is affected by work pressure. He says eating chocolates soothes his agitated mind and makes him feel better. The "good feeling" that Harold experiences after eating is due to the release of ________.

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Endorphins are chemicals in the brain that act as natural painkillers and mood elevators. Eating chocolate can trigger the release of endorphins, which can create a feeling of pleasure or "good feeling."

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