The Dirty Truth About Protein Powders

Hidden Dangers: Toxic Metals in Protein Powders

Get ready to shake up your protein routine! A groundbreaking study by the Clean Label Project reveals alarming levels of toxic metals, including lead and cadmium, in popular protein powders.

With an estimated 2-in-5 Americans sipping protein shakes daily, this discovery is a red flag. Even more concerning is that no amount of lead is safe for human consumption.

What's Safe? What's Suspicious?

The study tested 160 products from 70 top-selling brands, representing a vast majority of the market. A disturbing 47% of those samples exceeded California's Proposition 65 safety thresholds for toxic metals.

Danger Zones to Avoid

"Chocolate-flavored powders contained four times more lead than vanilla," the study warns. Chocolate, take a hike!

But it doesn't end there. Plant-based protein powders emerged as particularly problematic, with 77% exceeding Proposition 65 lead standards and 79% of organic powders over the limit too.

Whey to a Safer Choice

Whey protein emerges as the safer option, with only 28% containing harmful lead amounts. So, for a more wholesome shake, opt for whey over plant-based.

Green Light for Safe Brands

The Clean Label Project recognizes these brands as safe and compliant with health standards:

• Genetic Nutrition
• Ritual
• Oziva
• Puori
• Wellbeing Nutrition
• Wicked Protein
• Nutrabox
• Gorilla Formula 23

Our Expert's Opinion

"Avoid chocolate flavors, skip organic powders, and stick to whey protein for a safer shake," advises Dr. Amanda Thomas, a registered nutritionist.

A Call to Arms

It's time to ditch the contaminated powders and demand safer standards. Share this health alert, read the full study, and let's hold companies accountable for the purity of our supplements.