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.