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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

  1. 5H AGO

    Heartburn Drugs Could Burn You

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVt1yyHGp9p/ Proton pump inhibitors, a popular class of heartburn drugs, may quietly disrupt essential nutrients in the body leading to anemia and bone loss. Environmental and medical researchers from Brazil report their findings in the journal ACS Omega. Their work suggests that long-term use of proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole, pantoprazole, and esomeprazole alters how your body handles key minerals. In this preclinical study, adult rats In the experimental group receiving omeprazole over 10, 30, and 60 days. Controls did not. The results show clear biochemical differences: treated animals have lower iron levels in the blood, consistent with anemia risk, and higher circulating calcium levels, which suggests calcium bone dissolution, osteoporosis. Researchers also document shifts in mineral distribution across organs including the liver and spleen and changes in immune cells. Bottom line: don’t necessarily discontinue these medications, but do avoid long-term, unsupervised use without iron and calcium level monitoring. Your stomach acid plays a critical role in absorbing nutrients like iron and calcium. Though these medications, Prilosec, Protonix and Nexium,  are available over-the-counter as well as with a prescription, it is best to take them with the continuing guidance of your medical team. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsomega.5c07700  https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260225081159.htm #heartburn #ppi #iron #calcium #anemia #osteoporosis

    2 min

  2. 5H AGO

    More Rapid Depression Therapy

    Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVt0gRjj4uX/ A treatment for clinical depression that typically lasts six weeks could be compressed into just five days with comparable results. Psychiatrists at the UCLA Health Sciences report this advancement in the Journal of Affective Disorders. This development is an accelerated form of transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS. The study included 175 patients. Of those, 40 patients underwent the accelerated “5-by-5” protocol, receiving five sessions a day for five days. The control group of 135 received the standard treatment: one session per day, five days a week, over six weeks. Both groups showed significant reductions in depressive symptoms with no statistically significant difference in overall outcomes. Some patients in the accelerated group demonstrated a delayed effect with depression scores dropping an average of 36% but requiring two to four weeks post treatment. These findings point to a potentially faster, more practical option for those who don’t respond well to antidepressants. A five-day treatment could reduce barriers like time, travel, and work disruption. There is a caveat: this was not a randomized trial, and longer-term outcomes may still favor the traditional schedule. More research is needed before this rapid option is routinely offered to patients. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0165032726001965?via=ihub https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260224023103.htm #depression #tms #magnetism

    2 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Made Fresh Salad Cream Cheeses And Tofu Spread

    Made Fresh Salad Cream Cheeses And Tofu Spread contain listeria contamination. 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 stillbirth. Affected product has an expiration date of February 27, 2026. These recalled cream cheese products were distributed in Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and the New York City area by direct delivery to retail stores and distributors.  Do not consume these products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Made Fresh Salads, Inc. at 1-718-765-0082. Made Fresh Salad Cream Cheeses And Tofu Spread contain listeria contamination. #madefresh #creamcheese #tofuspread #listeria #infection #recall https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhS7vQj7Va/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/made-fresh-salads-inc-recalls-assorted-flavors-cream-cheese-because-possible-health-risk #madefresh #creamcheese #tofuspread #listeria #infection #recall

    1 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs

    Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs have Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can cause serious gastrointestinal and systemic infections in pets and in humans. Affected: lot #24045 with an expiration date of April 2027. This contaminated dog food was sold through Florida Hardware, LLC to feed stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Stop feeding this pet food to your dogs, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Do not sell or donate the product. Dispose of these treats where children, pets, and wildlife cannot access them, and thoroughly wash and sanitize bowls, cups, utensils, and surfaces that may have come in contact with the product. For more information, contact Elite Treats LLC at 1-561-901-5310 or via the email elite.treats@yahoo.com. Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhSXqMAPzl/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/elite-treats-llc-recalls-single-lot-chicken-chips-due-salmonella-contamination #elitetreats #dogtreats #salmonella #infection #recall

    1 min

  5. 5D AGO

    Boner Bears Chocolate Syrup

    Boner Bears Chocolate Syrup contains undeclared sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra.  Sildenafil dangerously interacts with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and lowers blood pressure to unsafe levels. Affected: all lots from January 1, 2025 through February 13, 2026. Sold nationwide through the internet at lockoutsupplements.com from January 2025 through February 2026. Stop using this recalled Boner Bears Chocolate Syrup and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, contact Lockout Supplements at 1-972-548-1988 or the email glenn@lockoutforums.com. Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhRu6BlHoF/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/lockout-supplements-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-boner-bears-chocolate-syrup-due-undeclared #bonerbears #chocolatesyrup #tadalafil #nitrates #hypotension #recall

    1 min

  6. 5D AGO

    Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe

    Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe recall is expanded. This product contains dangerously low levels of thiamine, or Vitamin B1, which is essential for cats. Cats with thiamine deficiency show symptoms such as vomiting, weight loss, and neurological issues like seizures or disorientation. Affected: lot numbers C25288, MCD25350, and MCC25321. This recalled product was sold in Colorado, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Michigan, California, Texas, Illinois, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Wisconsin, Idaho, and Montana. Stop feeding this recalled food to your cats and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. Contact your veterinarian if your cat shows any symptoms of thiamine deficiency. For more information, contact Go Raw LLC at 1-801-432-7478 or via email cs@gorawllc.com. Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhQ1rwGEqQ/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/go-raw-llc-expands-voluntary-recall-quest-diet-cat-food-products-due-low-thiamine-levels-and-enacts #quest #catfood  #thiamine  #recall

    1 min

  7. 5D AGO

    Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard

    Honey BBQ Sauce-Mustard has undeclared wheat and soy. Those with allergies or severe sensitivities to wheat or soy could experience serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product. Affected: lot number B1L1360525. This product was sold nationwide at retail locations. Don’t consume this product. For more information and to request a refund, contact Savannah Bee Company at 1-800-955-5080. Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhQLeHkWZZ/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/savannah-bee-company-recalls-honey-bbq-sauce-mustard-due-undeclared-wheat-and-soy #honey #bbqsaucemustard #wheat #soy #allergy #recall

    1 min

  8. 5D AGO

    RHINO CHOCO VIP 10X Dark Chocolate

    RHINO CHOCO VIP 10X Dark Chocolate contains a dangerous prescription drug. This product contains undeclared tadalafil, a drug used for treatment of erectile dysfunction, is a danger and can lead to low blood pressure for those taking nitrate medications such as nitroglycerin.  This product was sold in the US at retail stores and through online sites. Stop using this recalled chocolate and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact USA LESS Co. at 1-800-872-5377 or 409749@email4pr.com. Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhPVuQDz4X/ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/usa-less-co-recalling-rhino-choco-vip-10x-due-undeclared-tadalafil #rhinochoco #chocolate #tadalafil #hypotension #recall

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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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