It's technical, but the gist is.. YES. It is an area which needs better clinical investigation where humans are concerned. It has been noted all throughout nature.
Some parasites like worms, have hormones and stuff.
Hormones that can act upon our cells, and cause reactions.
Think about how fast an earthworm reacts to danger. Faster than the eye! That is some adrenaline, wouldn't you say?
Now imagine yourself getting a boost of that stuff. It is very possible, and the waste from the worms is additional toxin for your body to eliminate. Shroom