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Your daily protein shake could contain lead. Consumer Reports says these powders contain the most

Do you use protein powder? According to a recent announcement from Consumer Reports, their tests conducted on 23 popular protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes revealed an increased prevalence of ... Read More

New report finds high levels of lead in some protein powders. A pharmacologist explains the data

This article originally appeared on The Conversation. Powder and ready-to-drink protein sales have exploded, reaching over $32 billion globally from 2024 to 2025. Increasingly, consumers are using ... Read More

Protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, analysis found

A Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. CR said about 70% of the 23 products tested contained over 120% of their level of concern for lead, ... Read More

Use protein powder? New report reveals that some have high levels of lead

Some protein powders and shakes are riddled with high levels of lead, a Consumer Reports investigation has found. The organization purchased multiple samples of protein products over a three-month ... Read More

Why scientists found lead in protein powders

2A135E4 Whey protein powder supplement for after exercise workout Tests have found lead in protein powders, but not at levels higher than US Food and Drug Administration limits. Credit: Jean Pierre ... Read More

Protein powders contain high amounts of lead, new report says: A pharmacologist explains the data

Powder and ready-to-drink protein sales have exploded, reaching over $32 billion globally from 2024 to 2025. Increasingly, consumers are using these protein sources daily. However, regardless of the ... Read More

Plant-based protein supplements show highest lead levels in tests, Consumer Reports finds

Most protein products tested in a recent study contained more lead in one serving than is considered safe by experts, according to Consumer Reports. An investigation by the consumer advocacy ... Read More

Which Type of Protein Powder Has the Least Lead?

If your morning or post-workout ritual involves protein powder, last week’s Consumer Reports investigation might’ve made you do a double take. Of 23 popular protein powders and shakes tested, roughly ... Read More

A study found lead in popular protein powders. Here's why you shouldn't panic

A Consumer Reports investigation has found what it calls "concerning" levels of lead in roughly two dozen popular protein powder brands — but says that's not necessarily cause for tossing them. The ... Read More

Protein powders and shakes contain high amounts of lead, new report says – a pharmacologist explains the data

C. Michael White does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ... Read More