Which hormone is primarily released during physical exercise that affects mood?

Cortisol

Dopamine

Endorphins

Insulin

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Answer

C. Endorphins

Solution:

Endorphins are the hormones released during exercise that help improve mood and decrease feelings of depression. Cortisol is a stress hormone, dopamine relates to pleasure but isn't released primarily from exercise, and insulin is related to glucose metabolism.

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