This Cat Parasite May Contribute to Anxiety and Autism

Article courtesy of Functional Medicine University Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., DACBN, MS, CFMP The toxoplasma gondii parasite commonly associated with cats has been linked to generalized anxiety disorder and autism. The Toxoplasma gondii’s eggs are present in cat feces, and one of the most common way people are infected with …

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Mycotoxins (Mold) and Anxiety

Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., DACBN, MS, CFMP Article compliments of Functional Medicine University. Emerging evidence between depression, anxiety,  and exposure to mold has surfaced. It is thought to be associated with many complex health problems. Black mold species such as Aspergillus, Fusarium and Stachybotrys produce mycotoxins that are toxic to …

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Anxiety and Depression- Brain on Fire?

Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., DACBN, MS, CFMP Article courtesy of Functional Medicine University. Depression, Anxiety and other mental disorders have reached epidemic proportions.  In the U.S., the national rate of anxiety in 2019 tripled from 8.1% to 25.5%, and depression almost quadrupled from 6.5% to 24.3%. What is going on? …

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