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Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone and neurotransmitter the adrenal glands produce in response to stress or excitement. It plays a key role in the “fight or flight” response, increasing heart rate, dilating airways, and redirecting blood flow to support the body’s immediate reaction to a stressful situation.
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Ephi Lu. (2024). Adrenaline. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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