A Neuropeptide That Might Function as a Natural Analgesic Is

Question

A neuropeptide that might function as a natural analgesic is
A) acetylcholine.
B) epinephrine.
C) endorphin.
D) nitric oxide.
E) GABA.

Accepted Answer

Endorphins are neuropeptides that bind to the same receptors as opioid drugs, and they are known to function as natural painkillers in the body. This makes them a good candidate for a natural analgesic. The other choices either have different functions or are not neuropeptides.