The Sabrina Zohar Show 167: Why Your Body Can't Just Calm Down: The Science of Anxiety ft. Dr. Sara Szal
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Oct 17, 2025 
Join board-certified physician Dr. Sara Szal, a functional medicine expert focusing on hormones and anxiety, as she reveals the surprising physiological roots of anxiety. From caffeine and gut health to the hidden dangers of mold, she explains how these factors can spark emotional turmoil. Dr. Szal shares insights on the impact of hormonal birth control on well-being and discusses the effects of blood sugar fluctuations. If you've ever felt anxious without a clear reason, this conversation might just change your perspective!
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Mold Causes Neuroinflammation And Anxiety
- Mold acts as a biotoxin and endocrine disruptor that alters GABA and raises neuroinflammation.
- Neuroinflammation can cause anxiety, mania, sleep disruption, and brain fog.
Check Home Mold And Sensitivity
- Inspect your home for water damage and test for mold sensitivity if you have unexplained anxiety.
- Use inexpensive visual contrast screens and survivingmold.com resources as initial checks.
Gut Barrier Breakdown Links To Brain Fog
- Gut boundaries and the blood-brain barrier share similar tight junctions that, when disrupted, cause neuroinflammation.
- Leaky gut often underlies brain fog and mood symptoms via immune activation.
