José has just played a long,bruising football game but feels little fatigue or discomfort. His lack of pain is most likely caused by the release of

A) curare.
B) dopamine.
C) acetylcholine.
D) endorphins.

Endorphins

Endorphins are natural chemicals produced by the body that reduce pain and boost feelings of pleasure or euphoria.

Pain

An uncomfortable sensation and emotional experience linked to tissue damage, or described in terms of such damage, involving both physical and emotional components.

Football Game

A competitive team sport played by two teams aiming to score points by advancing a ball into the opposing team's end zone, primarily through running or passing plays.