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enkephalin (ĕnkĕf`əlĭn), one of several naturally occurring morphinelike substances (endorphins endorphins , neurotransmitters found in the brain that have pain-relieving properties similar to morphine. There are three major types of endorphins: beta endorpins, found primarily in the pituitary gland; and enkephalins and dynorphin, both distributed throughout
..... Click the link for more information. ) released from nerve endings of the central nervous system and the adrenal medulla. They act as analgesics and sedatives in the body and appear to affect mood and motivation. enkephalin [en′kef·ə·lən] (biochemistry) A mixture of two polypeptides isolated from the brain; central mode of action is an inhibition of neurotransmitter release. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | One possibility is that alcohol may increase or decrease the release and the synthesis of endogenous opioid peptides - endorphins, enkephalins and dynorphins - in distinct brain regions important for drug addiction. The essential amino acid DL-Phenylalanine is a natural compound that protects against the breakdown of enkephalins, a neurotransmitter that act as your body? Lose love and you're in withdrawal - craving all the marvellous chemicals (endorphins, enkephalins and oxytocin) released when we're in love. |
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