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Which hormone helps to reduce inflammation in the body after physical activity?

1

Growth hormone

2

Cortisol

3

Insulin

4

Estrogen

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Answer

B. Cortisol

Solution:

Cortisol, released in response to stress, can help reduce inflammation after physical activity. The other hormones do not primarily fulfill this function.

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