Howard G. Smith MD, AM
Dr. Howard Smith Reports
Howard G. Smith MD, AM has been reporting health and wellness news for more than 40 years on radio and via podcasts. Harvard Medical School, MD; Harvard University, AM, Immunology; former Medical Editor, WBZ-AM, Boston. Website: http://www.drhowardsmith.com Email: drhowardsmith.reports@gmail.com
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Howard G. Smith MD, AM
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Jun 25, 2026
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Drinking Alcohol Risks Dementia 05.10.2025 1:13
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPazFqDjUYF/ If you have a problem with alcohol, so-called alcohol use disorder, you are at a more than 50% higher risk of developing dementia. Epidemiologists from Britain’s University of Oxford and Yale studied adults with data in the UK Biobank and the US Million Veteran Program. The tabulated case data revealed that heavy drinkers consuming more than 40 a...
Mediterranean Diet Kills The Itch of Psoriasis 05.10.2025 1:29
Mediterranean Diet Kills The Itch of Psoriasis Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPayUr7CdHN/ Consuming a diet rich in olive oil, vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, fish and some poultry for 4 months can dramatically curb not only itchiness but also the red, scaly, patches characteristic of the disease. Spanish dermatologists report their randomized, preliminary study of 38 psoriasis pa...
Diet Drugs Kill Libi 05.10.2025 1:08
do https://www.instagram.com/p/DPaxhg_CW9B/ The GLP-1 diet drugs like semaglutide, Ozempic and Wegovy, and tirzepatide, Mounjaro and Zepbound, help you lose weight could very well kill or at least curb your sex drive. These products also reason is that these medications not only act on your gastrointestinal tract but also on your brain circuitry responsible for appetites, cravings, and reward proc...
Kirkland Signature brand Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke Is Listeria-Contaminated 29.09.2025 1:36
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMpf-QkbPi/ The green onions in this poker is contaminated with Listeria. Listeria causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. Affected product has a Costco Item Number 17193, a Pack Date of 9/18/2025, and a S...
More Kroger Shrimp Are Radioactive 29.09.2025 2:30
https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMoNyZjnhL/ This shrimp is also contaminated with cesium-137. The recall covers multiple lot numbers including Kroger Raw Colossal EZ Peel Shrimp lot codes 10662 5085 10, 10662 5097 11, 10662 5106 11, 10662 5107 10, 10662 5111 11, 10662 5112 10, 10662 5113 10, 10662 5113 11, 10662 5114 10, and 10662 5114 11; Kroger Mercado Cooked Medium Peeled Tail-Off Shrimp lot codes...
Kroger Shrimp Are Radioactive 29.09.2025 2:17
Vidcast: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8SK5dRM/ This includes bagged frozen shrimp and frozen shrimp products. They are contaminated with cesium-137, a human carcinogen. Affected are multiple products and lot numbers: Shrimp Bowl Cooked Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce (lot numbers 11325-H3A1, 11425-H3A1, 11525-H3A1, 11625-H3A1); Shrimp Cocktail with Cocktail Sauce (13725-H3A1, 13825-H3A1); Kroger Cooked...
Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American, and First Street branded Frozen Shrimp Are Radioactive 29.09.2025 1:04
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMlTKqjw16/ These shrimp are contaminated with cesium-137 a known human carcinogen. These frozen shrimp were sold in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon,...
Sprout Organics Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach Baby Pouch Recall Affects Additional Lots 29.09.2025 1:35
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMkTx-Eedr/ These pouches contain baby food with high lead levels. Lead is a poison for the developing brains and nervous systems of children. because of potentially elevated lead levels. The additional affected products are: Best By October 29, 2025, lot code 4212; Best By October 30, 2025, lot code 4213; Best By December 4, 2025, lot code 4282; and Best B...
Pinocchio Catering Stewed Aged Kimchi with Mackerel Contains Undeclared Milk And Shrimp 29.09.2025 0:50
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMjTXWD0Qp/ People with allergies to milk or shrimp could experience serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. Affected is product with an expiration date prior to September 16, 2025. This recalled kimchi was sold at supermarkets in New York and New Jersey. Return this kimchi the place of purchase for a full refund. For more...
AquaStar Raw Peeled Tail-on Shrimp Skewers Are Glowing 29.09.2025 1:06
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMhxNbjktC/ The shrimp are contaminated with cesium-137 which is a known carcinogen. Affected are shrimp with a lot code 10662 5127 10 with a “Best If Used By” date of November 7, 2027 and a lot code 10662 5128 11 with a “Best If Used By” date of November 8, 2027. About 8,000 bags of this shrimp were sold at Food Lion stores in Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Ma...
Sunbeam Oster French Door Countertop Ovens Have Dangerous Doors 29.09.2025 1:31
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMgnunjsrB/ The spring-loaded glass doors of these units unexpectedly close and create a serious burn hazard. Affected are models TSSTTVFDXL, TSSTTVFDDG, TSSTTVFDMAF, and TSSTTVFDDAF. About 1,290,000 ovens were sold in the US, and about 104,195 were sold in Canada at Bed Bath and Beyond, Costco, Walmart, and other retailers nationwide, as well as online at A...
Hoovy Cooling Car Seat and Stroller Gel Insert Pads Can Roast Your Baby’s Butt 29.09.2025 0:56
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMfzydjkWp/ They can become dangerously hot if left in the sun or a hot car creating a burn hazard for young children. About 20,000 gel insert pads were sold at Target stores nationwide, as well as online at Target.com and Walmart.com, between March 2025 and July 2025. Stop using these recalled cooling gel insert pads. Contact AMTRADING by calling 1-888-259-1...
Mad Rabbit’s RELIEVE Numbing Cream Is A Danger To Children 29.09.2025 1:03
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMezuAjdb-/ This lidocaine-containing product’s packaging is not child-resistant violating federal law. It places young children at risk for serious injuries or death from poisoning should the cream be swallowed. About 28,000 containers were sold at trade shows, tattoo shops, and other retailers nationwide in the US, as well as online at MadRabbit.com, betwee...
Persilux Zebra Blinds Could Strangle Your Kids 29.09.2025 1:06
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPMdwMYjHfx/ These blinds have very long operating cords that pose a risk of strangulation and entanglement for children. TheY also violate federal safety and labeling rules for window coverings. The affected product has a barcode label X003FFPT63. About 133,000 blinds were sold on Amazon from June 2023 through June 2025. Stop using the blinds and contact Pers...
Middlefield Original Cheese Products Have Listeria Contamination 22.09.2025 1:12
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6hX2EDNc_/ Affected products include Sunrise Creamery Dilly Pickle Monterey Jack Cheese, Organic Gouda, Mozzarella/Provolone, Colored Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Swiss, and Monterey Jack Cheese. Listeria causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria can also trig...
Good & Gather-branded Southwest-Style Burrito Bowl Blend Contains Undeclared Shrimp 22.09.2025 1:03
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6giF0jV7O/ Those with a shellfish allergy could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected are lot numbers are L5055-1, L5055-2, L5055-3, L5055-4, L5055-5, and L5055-6, with a best-if-used-by date of August 24, 2026. About 57,240 units were sold Target retail stores in all 50 states, beginning April 17,...
Cookies from Gina Marie Bakery of Waterbury, Connecticut Contain Undeclared Allergens 22.09.2025 2:32
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6fzl7DKF3/ The allergens include almonds, sesame, and certain food dyes. The affected cookies include Italian Mixed Vanilla Cookies, Italian Sesame Cookies, Vanilla Chocolate Dipped Cookies, Vanilla with Apricot Jam Cookies, Toasted Almond & Cherry Biscotti, and Vanilla Cookies with Raspberry Peach Jam. These recalled cookies were sold at Big Y stores in...
Deep-branded Frozen Vegetables and Fruit Product Recall Expanded 22.09.2025 1:38
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6e9bGj2Y5/ These products have salmonella contamination. This recall includes Frozen Deep-brand Sprouted Mat (Moth) lots IN 24353K, 24354K, 25072K but also 24330, 24297, 24291, and 24292; Frozen Deep-brand Sprouted Moong (Mung) lot IN 25058K but also lots 24330, 24297, 24291, and 24292; Frozen Deep-brand Premium Select Surti Undhiu Mix lot IN 25158K; and Fro...
Goodles Flavored Pastas Contain Undeclared Allergens 22.09.2025 1:11
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6eCHpjwHP/ The recall includes Vegan Is Believin’ – Plant Based White Cheddar with Spirals, lot codes 09725N, 09825N, 09925N, 10025N, and 10125N, which contain milk, and Here Comes Truffle – Creamy Truffle Flavored Cheddar and Shells, lot codes 10125N, 10425N, and 10525N, which contain cashew. These products were sold at stores and online between April 29, 2...
Sprout Organics Sweet Potato, Apple, and Spinach Baby Pouches Contain Lead 22.09.2025 0:58
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6dWXkgLTB/ Lead can poison children by interfering with the neurological and cognitive development. Affected are 3.5-ounce pouches with lot code 4212 and the expiration date 10/29/2025. This product was sold in the US South region at Walgreens and some independent stores with most sales occurring between September and December 2024. Do not give these pouche...
Haifa Smoked Fish’s Cold Smoked Salmon and Cold Smoked Seabass Have Listeria Contamination 22.09.2025 0:53
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6cj2SCXk9/ This bacterium causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. This recall covers salmon with lot number 219 and seabass with lot number 212. Sold across the USA. Do not eat these recalled fish. Return...
Paris Hilton Mini Beauty Fridges Turn Ugly 22.09.2025 1:39
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5Vd9ujzyY/ These appliances’ electrical switches short circuit leading to overheating, fires, and burns. Affected are 4-liter and 10-liter models with serial numbers PH11887, PH11887-1, PZB02-E001, PH12540, PZP01-E001, and PZW01-E001. About 110,000 fridges were at Walmart, Ross, and online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com, and other e-commerce sites between Novemb...
Bariatric Fusion Iron Multivitamins Lack Child-safe Packaging 22.09.2025 1:10
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5UvQZDTt1/ The caps are not child-resistant creating a risk of deadly poisoning if swallowed by young children. Affected are lot numbers 0066J4, 0065J4, 0453B5, or 0370B5. About 4,700 bottles were sold online through Amazon.com, bariatricfusion.com, and other websites between January 2025 and June 2025. Secure these recalled multivitamin bottles out of the s...
Five Below Tabletop Fire Pits Splash Alcohol Fuel 22.09.2025 1:15
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5Tq2tDEsg/ This fuel can ignite and trigger a flash fire and larger flames that escape the unit and create serious burn and fire hazards. About 66,000 of these fire pits were sold at Five Below stores and online at fivebelow.com between April 2024 and August 2025. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tabletop fire pits. Return the product to...
IcyBreeze Buddy Portable Misting Fans Flame Out 22.09.2025 1:19
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5SsvVj_oE/ Their rechargeable lithium-ion batteries overheat while charging and ignite creating fire hazards. About 22,600 fans were sold in the US at IcyBreeze.com and at Amazon.com between November 2023 and August 2024. Stop running these recalled fans and go to icybreeze.com/buddy-recall-information for instructions on how to participate in the recall....
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