Endorphins, as well as diminishing the perception of pain, are also known to induce feelings of wellbeing and euphoria, can reduce stress and enhance our feeling of pleasure, and can have a sedative effect. Scientists believe that these pleasurable effects of endorphin and dopamine release are why we enjoy spicy foods. F🔴LL🔴W @SuperSimpleScience SOURCE: DISCOVERY CHANNEL HUMAN BRAIN DOCUMENTARY • • • • TAGS- #spicy #food #brain #chilli #documentary #hindi #explained #neuroscience #function #pa

"The body responds to heat with a release of dynorphins and endorphins in the brain; dynorphins at first cause discomfort and agitation but biochemically set the stage for endorphins to have enhanced effects … which is why after sauna we feel a mild, happy euphoria." Andrew Huberman | Suvi Sauna