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New Investigation Finds That Certain Protein Powders Contain Unsafe Levels of Lead
More than two-thirds of tested U.S. protein powders exceed safe lead levels per serving, with some also containing harmful cadmium and inorganic arsenic, Consumer Reports found.
- Consumer Reports found that certain plant-based protein powders contained unsafe levels of lead.
- The Naked Nutritions Vegan Mass Gainer protein powder had the highest lead level at 7.7 micrograms per serving.
- Experts advised choosing supplements from companies with third-party quality certification and avoiding products with high lead levels, especially for pregnant women and children.
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Some protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, report suggests
(NewsNation) — A new report shows that some popular protein powders and shakes on the market contain unsafe levels of lead and other metals. In findings published by Consumer Reports, the team analyzed 23 protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes and found that more than two-thirds of the products contained more lead in a single serving than their experts say is safe to consume in a day, some by more than 10 times. CR advised consumers look out …
·Austin, United States
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Powering up? Unsafe levels of lead found in top protein powder mixes, study finds
Supplements like protein powders are not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
·London, United Kingdom
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