Per a new study, high levels of lead and cadmium were found in some protein powders—specifically chocolate varieties. How did ...
The report found that 77% of plant-based protein powders, 79% of organic protein powders and 65% of chocolate-flavored protein powders tested over California Proposition 65 safety thresholds for ...
Protein powders, especially chocolate-flavored ones, often contain high levels of lead and cadmium, with plant-based and organic options being the most affected. Homemade protein powders can be ...
The study, released on January 9, found that several popular protein powders, especially plant-based, organic, and chocolate-flavored varieties, contain troubling amounts of these toxic metals.