Which statement about the mechanism of CBD action is true?
A) It may decrease the activity of the endogenous cannabinoid system by enhancing breakdown of endogenous cannabinoids.
B) It may enhance the activity of the endocannabinoid system by inhibiting the breakdown of endogenous cannabinoids.
C) It synergizes with endogenous cannabinoids, thereby amplifying their effect.
D) It decreases adenosine signaling.

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CBD is known to inhibit the breakdown of endogenous cannabinoids by blocking the activity of the enzyme FAAH (fatty acid amide hydrolase), which ultimately increases the levels of endocannabinoids in the brain. This leads to enhanced activity of the endocannabinoid system, providing a potential explanation for its therapeutic effects.

Which Statement About the Mechanism of CBD Action Is True