Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DI10Vt_MRW_/ The controller in these trucks can overheat creating fire and burn risks.  Affected are models 17362 and 17323 with date codes ranging from 15623 to 18724. About 23,260 units were sold nationwide at Target and Sam’s Club retail stores, as well as online at Target.com and SamsClub.com, from June 2023 through March 2025. Stop...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxJktKs5gR/ Those suffering from essential tremors and wearing a wristband powered by artificial intelligence saw nearly three times the improvement in their ability to complete daily tasks compared to those wearing a sham device.  These promising results of the so-called TRANQUIL study of the Felix NeuroAI wristband were presented by University of Kansas...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIxI1r7O17k/ Breathing rapidly flowing room air at the onset of a migraine nearly doubles the chances of complete pain relief.  Cleveland Clinic neurologists presented the results of their preliminary clinical trials using a novel air pump called the Mi-Helper to the 2025 American Academy of Neurology meeting. By blowing room air about...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxIRCGR9TW/ Sucralose, an artificial sweetener that is the basis for Splenda and is found in many diet drinks and foods, appears to disrupt your brain signals related to hunger and appetite.  Endocrinologists at the University of Southern California now publish a small but detailed randomized crossover study of 75 young adults in the journal Nature Metabol...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIxHmOutA3M/ Though the latest antiretroviral therapy suppresses HIV to undetectable levels, we know that the virus hides in white blood cells ready to begin multiplying once the suppressing drugs stop. Researchers at New York’s Mount Sinai’s School of Medicine have developed a method for identifying and tracking immune white cells that...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxG51cNwcz/ This rice-grain-sized pacemaker is so tiny it can be injected through a syringe.  Its unique construction permits it to dissolve naturally in the body after it’s no longer needed. Northwestern University bioengineers describe their invention in the journal Nature , This mini pacemaker is constructed of bio-resorbable materials similar to those...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIxGOOAPsJ8/ A custom 3D printed hydrogel composed of cow-derived protein precisely repairs injured knee cartilages.  Orthopedic researchers at the University of Pennsylvania developed this technique to fabricate knee joint repair material with just the proper dimensions and stiffness.  They publish their work in the journal Bioactive M...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxFplkRr6_/ The sugar molecule suLeX enhances the viability of sperm and improves their chances of successfully triggering in-vitro fertilization some 12-fold.  Genomic biologists at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign developed a novel test environment that mimics the female fallopian tube and tested the effects of this sulfated trisaccharide....

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIxE_fis4Ln/ An epidemiological study from Cleveland’s Case Western University shows that microplastics in your body are in the top 10 of 154 factors associated with higher risks of high blood pressure, stroke, and diabetes.  The researchers looked the incidence of diseases in communities along the East, West, and Gulf coasts where the...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxEae6R_7x/ Chewing gum releases some 637 microplastic particles per gram of gum, and 94% of this plastic is released during the first 8 minutes of chewing.  UCLA environmental engineers report this finding at the American Chemical Society’s Spring 2025 Meeting after a small pilot study.  Using infrared microscopy and smartphone-based detection, the team t...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIxDy7fgpML/ The repetitive application of magnetic stimulation to the brain of those suffering from fibromyalgia produces a 2-fold reduction in their perceived pain.  A multi site randomized, double-blinded international study of repetitive trans-cranial magnetic stimulation led by Brazilian and French neuroscientists included 101 wome...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIxC7natH4z/ Sauerkraut, fermented cabbage, produces the same gastrointestinal-friendly compounds as healthy microbiome bacteria, and, in so doing, help maintain the cells of your stomach and intestines.  This the conclusion of food scientists at the University of California, Davis. Published in the Applied and Environmental Microbiology journal, the study...

Those with an allergy to wheat could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.  This soybean paste was sold nationwide through retail stores between March 25, 2023, and March 5, 2024. Return this product to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact May Flower International Inc. at 1-718-366-8668. https://www.fda.gov/safet...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIrDtURx1SB/ 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.   These enoki mushrooms were sold nationwide in retail stores from January 11 through January 31, 2025. If you purchased these mushroom...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIrDGe1vbY6/ These intraocular lenses are triggering toxic anterior segment syndrome (TASS), an inflammatory reaction that occurs following cataract surgery. These recalled intraocular lenses were distributed throughout the United States and include all models beginning with EE, EA, EN, ETE, ETA, and ETN. If you bought these lenses and...

Vidcast:  Caraluzzi’s Italian Style Seafood Burgers Contain Undeclared Egg Those with an allergy to eggs could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected are 8 oz packages with an expiration date of 01/16/2026. These recalled seafood burgers were sold in-store only at Caraluzzi’s Markets locations in Bethel, Wilton, Newtown, and Danbury, Conn...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpJU36AmjM/ These cans of peanuts also contain undeclared cashews. Those with an allergy to cashews could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected is product with best if used by dates of 10-01-2025 and 10-03-2025.The peanuts were sold exclusively at Heinen’s Grocery stores in O...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpIzfrvqEW/ These celery sticks are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infections in the very young, older frail individuals, and in those with weakened immune systems.  Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. Affected is lot number P047650, Best if Used By date of March 23,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpISa9JQd-/ These pet foods have contamination with salmonella and listeria and create health risks to animals and humans. Both bacteria cause infections in the very young, elders, and those with suppressed immunity.  The affected lot numbers are N25 1230 for Puppy Mix and N26 0114 for Kitten Mix. These pet foods were sold primarily in...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpHi-6N6PG/ This supplement has undeclared wheat allergen. This poses a serious risk of allergic or life-threatening reactions for individuals with a wheat allergy.  Affected are lot numbers 12792402-44 and 12792402-44J. This supplement was sold online through Amazon in the United States between May 22, 2024, and April 4, 2025. The product was also distrib...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpHB_cvp9q/ The hook of one boot can catch on the lace of the other boot causing you to trip and fall. About 15,200 pairs were sold in the United States and 5,900 were sold in Canada at The North Face stores, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Nordstrom, REI, other retailers nationwide, and online at thenorthface.com and other websites. Stop weari...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpGfnZuMYa/ The products violate federal safety regulations for battery-operated toys because the button batteries are accessible without the use of a household tool and children could obtain and eat them. If swallowed, these batteries cause severe internal injuries or even death.  Affected is model number LTXN1003. About 6,300 units were sold exclusively...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpGAhUuIJs/ The power bank’s lithium-ion battery overheats and ignites leading to fires and burns. Affected is model number E33A. About 429,200 of these power banks were sold nationwide online at getcasely.com, Amazon.com, and other e-commerce retailers between March 2022 and September 2024. Stop charging and using these recalled power...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpFTUssHfr/ These shades have long operating cords that create a serious risk of injury or death to children. This recall includes all Joydeco roller shades sold with cords and applies to multiple sizes and colors. About 73,000 units were sold exclusively on Amazon.com between September 2021 and September 2024. Immediately secure the cords out of children’...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpEpr7OrpI/ The plastic zip tie in these kits  become brittle and break allowing furniture to detach from the wall during a tip-over thus creating an entrapment hazard. These kits were distributed with Canyon Furniture chests and dressers sold under names like Canyon Lake, Cottage Colors, Creekside 2.0, Ivy League 2.0, and others. Abou...