Consumer Reports investigation finds high levels of lead in many popular protein powders, shakes

A new Consumer Reports investigation uncovered a hidden risk: some protein supplements contain concerning levels of lead.
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Protein powders and shakes contain high amounts of lead, new report says—a pharmacologist explains the data

Powder and ready-to-drink protein sales have exploded, reaching more than US$32 billion globally from 2024 to 2025. Increasingly, consumers are using these protein sources daily. Subscribe to our ...
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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 ...