What is BDNF?

A) a stress hormone
B) a nutrient found in various plants
C) a brain protein which increases following intense exercise
D) a type of meditation


Answer: C
Rationale: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)—a protein in the nervous system that promotes survival, growth, and formation of new synapses—has been found to increase following intense exercise.

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