There’s nothing scarier than finding out that the protein powder you’ve been using for months to years might be contaminated ...

Lead exposure is never safe, but you don't need to banish protein powder from your kitchen, especially if it's a small part ...

A new Consumer Reports study of protein powders and shakes revealed many of the products contain high, and in some cases, unsafe levels of lead. The ...

For the vast majority of users, consuming typical protein powders in reasonable amounts poses little to no risk. Perhaps, ...

High levels of lead have been found in protein powders. See which vegan, mass-gainer and whey products to avoid.

Protein supplements are more popular than ever, but a new report suggests that popular powders and shakes are contaminated with elevated levels of lead, prompting some experts to recommend limiting ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation finds that many popular protein powders and shakes pack more than protein, with some ...

Social media also contributes to the almost inescapable messaging around protein powder, with creators sharing their protein gains, goals and favorite brands. They’re even creating their own. Take ...

For the report, published Oct. 14, Consumer Reports tested 23 popular U.S. brands of dairy, beef and plant-based supplements, ...

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. A new study by Consumer ...

All of these potential benefits sounded great to me. I was excited to get started and see the effects for myself as I set out ...