Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdqcOIj_Lp/ The promotional health claims found on the front sides of food packaging bear little or no relation to the actual nutritional value of the product within.  This the conclusion of researchers at SUNY’s Upstate Medical University at Syracuse. The study involved 597 items representing 11 categories of the most commonly purchased foods and beverages. ...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdpWA_kS0y/ Age-Related Macular degeneration is the leading cause of adult blindness, but Stanford University research ophthalmologists have developed an electronic retinal implant that promises to restore sight to millions.   Their device, nicknamed PRIMA standing for photovoltaic retina implant microarray, includes a subretinal wireless implant and wearable...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdod3Mj3HW/ A new, supercharged form of immunotherapy for breast cancer has just been announced by UCLA oncologists in the Journal of Hematology & Oncology. The new approach involves the production of CAR-NKT cells, standing for chimeric antigen receptor-natural killer T cells, that have the superpower to attack not one but dozens of tumor cell surface an...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdnYr9jZwV/ An exciting, ground-breaking clinical study now shows that children born with a defective gene coding for a vital inner ear protein can have that gene  repaired and hearing restored. This phenomenally successful preliminary clinical trial was recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Genetic bioengineers at New York’s Regeneron Ph...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdmkOKCSjm/ The Brits now tell us that they have some better remedies for the world’s constipation woes and they don’t include high fiber diets or harsh laxatives. A new meta-analysis from the nutritionists at King’s College, London rigorously reviewed 75 clinical trials and gives us some better suggestions for constipation relief. When the data were crunched...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdlztLFFi-/ The hot flashes and night sweats of menopause create a miserable midlife for so many women.  Hormones do offer relief, but many women cannot take them.  Enter a new non-hormonal drug just approved by the FDA. This medication, elinzanetant to be marketed as Lynkuet by Bayer , GlaxoSmithKline , and Nerre Therapeutics, is an oral neurokinin/tachykini...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdknrnjVnr/ For nearly the first time in the history of American public health, there is mass confusion and lack of credible information coming from our usual public health channels about which vaccines adults should receive. I want to arm all of you you with the latest immunization recommendations from the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Americ...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQdjEezCeTe/ With all the confusion and lack of credible information coming from the usual public health channels, I want to arm all you parents and grandparents with the latest immunization recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.  These guidelines are all based on the latest scientific information which demonstrates that these vaccines are sa...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQLokX_D1Pk/ Small, naturally occurring stones from the rice farm are foreign bodies in the rice and create risks for oral and digestive tract injuries. Affected are: Long Grain White Rice with batch codes 533ELGRV22 and 534ALGRV22; Whole Grain Brown Rice with batch codes 534AMGRV22, 534BMGRV22, and 534DMGRV22; and Long Grain & Wild Rice with batch codes 5...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQLnBsMjD9O/ Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts risks a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this popcorn. Affected is lot number 2519907B1. This contaminated popcorn was sold in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, Oregon, and Texas, as well as in other states. Don’t munc...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKaKsFkbYv/ Salmonella triggers serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. Affected are eggs with best-by dates ranging from October 11 through October 17, 2025. These recalled Kenz Henz Pasture Raised Eggs were sold in Houston, Texas at stores including HEB...

This shrimp, imported from Indonesia, contains low levels of cesium-137, a human carcinogen. This contained shrimp was sold nationwide in the US. Do not eat this shrimp and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, call AquaStar at 1-800-331-3440. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/aquastar-usa-corp-recalls-shrimp-because-possible-...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKXzemDQgE/ This contamination occurs since containers of vanilla ice cream actually contain French Vanilla Ice Cream with a mismatched French Vanilla lid. Those with egg allergies can develop serious or life-threatening allergic reactions should they consume this ice cream. Affected are half-gallon containers with a “Sell By” date of June 19, 2026  This reca...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKXFB7D6j-/ Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews could face a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.  Affected are 4-ounce packages with lot code 1.22 and a “Best By” date of September 29, 2026. These recalled nuts were sold in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Nevada,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKV0-AjiDf/ Lead is a neurotoxin and creates a serious health risk. It is particularly dangerous for children and causes cognitive and developmental problems. Affected is product with a “Best By” date of February 9, 2025.  This contaminated cinnamon was sold at supermarkets nationwide. Stop using this recalled cinnamon immediately and return it to the place o...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKUs62jMdk/ The these golf cars fail to brake properly leading to crashes, serious injuries, and possible death. Affected are DR2A and DR2E Personal Transportation Vehicle models with serial numbers that begin with J0D, J0E, and J2D.  About 4,300 of these recalled golf cars were sold through Yamaha dealers from June 2018 through July 2025.  Stop riding these...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKUA7OACIY/ These vehicles are rear-end accidents waiting to happen leading to serious neck and chest injuries. Affected are Drive 2 Personal Transportation Vehicles and Super Hauler versions, with multiple serial number ranges affected. About 19,300 of these recalled Yamaha golf car vehicles were sold through Yamaha dealers from June 2020 through July 2025. ...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKSye7iXhr/ The exhaust duct on these water heaters crack and allow poisonous gases including carbon monoxide to escape inside your home leading too chemical asphyxiation or death. Affected are model numbers VRS-150, VRS-199, VRP-150, VRP-199, VRS Plus-150, VRS Plus-199, VRP Plus-150, VRP Plus-199, VTS-150, VTS-199, VTP-150, and VTP-199. About 36,700 of these...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKR9tUDjoK/ The screen console overheats and ignites leading to fires and burns. Affected are model numbers NTRW19147.0 through NTRW19147.3. About 44,800 rowing machines were sold in the United States and 700 were sold in Canada at brick-and-mortar stores and online at Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Nebraska Furniture, and ABT, as well as on nordictrack.com...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKRPV9D46V/ These tall and top-heavy dressers are unstable if not anchored to a wall.  They tip-over and entrap leading to serious injuries or even death for children. Affected dressers best the package marking ASNG092.  About 76,500 dressers were sold on Amazon between September 2023 and August 2025.  Stop filling and using the dressers if they are not ancho...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKQh5YjzGU/ Fuel leaks at the quick-connect fitting between the fuel line and the fuel injector mounted on the engine leading to risks of serious injury and potential fire hazards. This recall affects the 2020-2025 RXV Freedoms, as well as the 2020-2022 TXT Freedoms and Valor PTV models with various serial numbers. About 90,800 vehicles in the United States a...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP2-NfNjPIE/ This product contains toxic levels of lead.  Lead is neurotoxic, particularly to the developing brain of children. Affected is batch #N06 B:02, Best by May 2026. This lead-contaminated cinnamon was sold at grocery stores in California and Michigan from August 24, 2024, through October 6, 2025. Do not use this cinnamon and return it to the place of...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP29kD-jViL/ 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. The affected Del Mar spinach lots are 250107A, 250107B, 250107C, 250107D, 2501071, and 2501073 with expiration 1/7/27. The affected Sno PAC spin...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP280u_jBIK/ These LCD displays show partial or missing numerical segments, fading characters, or “ghosting,” which leads to misinterpreted test results or delays in treatment decisions for abnormal glucose levels. The affected meters are lot number KD0746, manufactured September 4, 2025 About 601 meters of the TRUE METRIX® meters were sold, co-branded under t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DP28Lfcj-lX/ Consuming these veggie spring rolls could cause a serious or life-threatening reaction for people with shellfish allergies. The affected product has a Best Before date of 05/17/2027. These recalled spring rolls were sold exclusively at ALDI stores nationwide. Do not eat these spring rolls and return them to your nearest ALDI store. For more inform...