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Investigation Reveals Lead in Popular Protein Powders

10/17/2025

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Lead Contamination Warning

A Consumer Reports investigation found that over two-thirds of 23 powders contained lead above safe limits.
Naked Nutrition's Vegan Mass Gainer and Huel's Black Edition contained 7.7 and 6.3 micrograms of lead per serving.
Experts warn that lead exposure can cause health issues, especially for children and pregnant women.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate these supplements.
Health professionals recommend third-party certified products and prioritizing whole-food protein sources.

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Detwiler Warns Contaminants

Recent findings show alarming lead levels in plant-based protein powders and cinnamon.
Darin Detwiler, a Northeastern University food policy expert, cites manufacturing and environmental factors as contamination sources.
Powdered forms concentrate contaminants and increase exposure risks.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration identifies 16 cinnamon brands with elevated lead levels.
Experts advise avoiding protein powders, especially rice, hemp, and pea, unless third-party tested, and seeking certified products.

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Lead Contamination Warning

A Consumer Reports investigation found that over two-thirds of 23 powders contained lead above safe limits.
Naked Nutrition's Vegan Mass Gainer and Huel's Black Edition contained 7.7 and 6.3 micrograms of lead per serving.
Experts warn that lead exposure can cause health issues, especially for children and pregnant women.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate these supplements.
Health professionals recommend third-party certified products and prioritizing whole-food protein sources.

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