Dr. Howard Smith Reports

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...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpEBqZvM4R/ The yolk on the toy egg can crack into small parts that pose a choking risk for young children.  Affected is model number HGB85. About 253,000 units were sold in the US and an additional 4,500 were sold in Canada all at Hobby Lobby, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Marshalls, Nordstrom, Ross, TJMaxx, and Walmart stores nationwide and at amazon.com from February...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpDTjPMR8a/ This toy tissue box falls apart and expose small support brackets that a child could swallow and choke on.  Affected is model number HLV78. About 15,300 of these activity centers were sold in the United States and an additional 2,000 sold in Canada all at Walmart stores nationwide as well as online at Amazon.com, Walmart.co...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpCnv8pkIO/ These bath seats have wide leg openings that permit babies to slip through creating a risk of serious injury or death.  Affected is model number T186. About 1,350 units were sold nationwide through Bebamour.com and Amazon.com from May 2024 through February 2025. Stop using these bath seats immediately and contact Bebamour by emailing amanda@bab...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIpByLxPsvY/ These recalled high chairs have unsafe leg openings that are too wide creating entrapment hazards, and the chair’s tray easily detaches leading to falls and injuries. About 1,400 high chairs were sold nationwide online through Costway.com, Amazon.com, and Target.com from November 2021 through June 2024. Immediately stop usi...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIpAx6KPu-R/ The handlebars create laceration hazards, and the parking brakes fail,About 1,300 units were sold between September 2023 and October 2024 through multiple online retailers, including Amazon.com, Ebay.com, Seangles.com, and other websites. Immediately stop riding these ATVs and contact Lil Pick Up at 1-951-245-5663 or via the email contact@lilpi...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DInh6kHuKO2/ Their packaging is not child-resistant and the acetaminophen content creates a risk of poisoning for young children. About 14,250 units were sold nationwide at HEB, Harris-Teeter, and other regional grocery stores as well as at independently owned pharmacies from July 2024 through March 2025. Secure the product out of the s...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMmdwTswKj/ These wired Speed Control Dials may cause the wheelchair’s motor to be unresponsive or activate unexpectedly creating a risk of injury.  This recall affects all Speed Control Dials with lot numbers MX2-3DCK and MX2-3DC manufactured and distributed between August 17, 2023, and March 10, 2025. The product was sold throughout the United States. Im...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMl7GHNxpT/ Bottles labeled as Habanero Buffalo Sauce may actually contain Sriracha Sauce that contains sulfites not listed on the label. This creates a serious and possibly life-threatening allergic reaction risk for sulfite-sensitive individuals. Other bottles of Sweet CHAbanero Sauce are missing key labeled ingredients including age...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMlCneO1Vl/ The heater’s operating instructions fail to warn the user about pressing the start button too quickly.  That prevents the fan from starting and creates overheating, fires, and burns.  Affected is model number DXH70CFAVX. About 21,250 units were sold exclusively at Lowe’s stores and on Lowes.com between May 2024 and January 2025. Immediately sto...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMkfuCtU4h/ The power switch on the USB cord overheats and melts creating fire and burn risks. The affected model number LD-0030 includes a USB plug with an on/off switch and can be identified by the UPC code 1922340368444 on the bottom of the packaging. About 29,000 units were sold from September 2024 through Five Below stores and onl...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIMj8FMR_Gh/ The affected, light blue seats fail to meet stability and leg opening standards, can tip over during use, and create risks of serious injuries or death for infants. About  1,050 of these bath seats were sold exclusively through Amazon.com between February and November 2024.   Immediately stop using these recalled bath seats. To obtain a full re...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DIMi55gu4xA/ The high chairs are marketed for infant sleep and exceed the legally allowed incline angle of 10 degree creating a serious suffocation danger for infants.  Affected are multiple models including the models BE10019US-PI, AD10025PI, BB4640BL. About 2,750 units were sold exclusively online at Amazon.com between April 2023 and...