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Two-Thirds of Protein Powders Contain Harmful Lead Levels

3/31/2026

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Consumer Reports found that more than two-thirds of tested protein powders contained lead.
Plant-based protein powders showed lead levels 12 to 16 times higher than safe limits.
Lead exposure can accumulate in the body, posing health risks for children and pregnant women.
California safety data show 47% of powders exceed toxic-metal limits, with plant-based powders more contaminated than whey.

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Consumer Reports found that more than two-thirds of tested protein powders contained lead.
Plant-based protein powders showed lead levels 12 to 16 times higher than safe limits.
Lead exposure can accumulate in the body, posing health risks for children and pregnant women.
California safety data show 47% of powders exceed toxic-metal limits, with plant-based powders more contaminated than whey.