Beta Endorphins & Wellness by George Grant in Global Journal of Addiction & Rehabilitation Medicine - Juniper Publishers
Beta Endorphins, the endogenous opiates, have been
the subject of many recent publications. Beta Endorphin levels have
positive effects, particularly on mood and behaviour. Endorphins
increased after aerobic exercise, massage, and sex. Beta endorphin is
composed of the 31 amino acids and influence the sensation of pain and
well being. It has been shown also to Control the craving for chocolate
and and potentially addictive substances.
Endorphins also Control feelings of stress and
frustration. It Regulate the production of growth and sex hormones and
Reduce symptoms associated with eating disorders. The human body
produces at least 20 different endorphins with possible benefits and
uses that researchers are investigating. Beta endorphin appears to be
the endorphin that seems to have the strongest affect on the brain and
body during exercise; it is one kind of peptide hormone that is formed
mainly by Tyrosine, an amino acid. The molecular structure is very
similar to morphine but with different chemical properties.
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