Tag: Plant-based diet

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Protein Supplements Contain Alarming Lead Levels, New Study Reveals

A comprehensive investigation into protein supplements has uncovered disturbing levels of heavy metal contamination. Researchers found some products contained up to 16 times the safe lead limit, raising serious health concerns for regular consumers.

Protein Powders Show Dangerous Lead Contamination

Popular protein supplements contain potentially hazardous levels of lead according to a new Consumer Reports investigation that analyzed 23 leading products. The study revealed that many protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes contain heavy metal concentrations far exceeding safety thresholds, with plant-based products showing particularly alarming results.

by Gabriel Novak
BusinessSustainability

Oatly Attributes US Sales Decline to Negative Climate Messaging and Market Shifts

Oatly’s chief executive claims negative climate change messaging has turned US consumers away from sustainable products. The plant-based milk industry reportedly declined 5% while dairy sales grew, according to industry analysis.

Market Challenges for Plant-Based Alternatives

Oatly’s leadership has identified what they describe as “doom and gloom” climate talk and widespread sustainability messaging as contributing factors to declining US sales of plant-based dairy alternatives. According to reports, the oat drink manufacturer’s chief executive Jean-Christophe Flatin stated that negative environmental communication has discouraged American consumers from choosing sustainable products.

by Aaron Blake