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PARASITES & MOOD DISORDERS 😭 Parasites can alter the gut environment in several ways: 1. Competing for nutrients with beneficial bacteria 2. Producing toxins that harm beneficial microorganisms 3. Damaging the intestinal lining, leading to increased permeability (leaky gut) 4. Triggering an immune response that affects the overall gut ecosystem These disruptions to the gut microbiome can have far-reaching consequences for mental health. The gut is often referred to as the “second brain” due to