Endorphins are the neural transmitters that:
A)control your muscles.
B)generate pain sensations.
C)inhibit the transmission of pain signals.
D)trigger the release of substance P,which is a pain inhibitor.

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Endorphins are natural painkillers and act as pain inhibitors by blocking the transmission of pain signals in the nervous system. They attach to the same receptors in the brain as opioids, such as morphine, and can produce feelings of pleasure and euphoria. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.

Endorphins Are the Neural Transmitters That