Can You Say Opiorphin?
This is an encouraging little piece of news recently reported by Reuters Health. Researchers have identified a natural painkiller in human saliva that is “several times more powerful than morphine” (at least when used in rats). Researchers now hope to study what triggers the natural release of this substance, called opiorphin (what a fun name 
, and its possible applications. I’m always glad to see research directed at working with our bodies (amazing creations that they are)!
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