Which protein powders, shakes does Consumer Reports advise has too much lead?

Researchers are sounding the alarm on several protein powders after discovering that many of them contain high levels of lead.

A study conducted by Consumer Reports released Oct. 14 involved the testing of 23 protein powders, including products marketed as vegan-friendly. Researchers found that while having toxic metals in protein powders is not new, it has become more common.

“For more than two-thirds of the products we analyzed, a single serving contained more lead than [Consumer Reports’] food safety experts say is safe to consume in a day — some by more than 10 times,” the report states.

Consumer Reports Food Safety Researcher Tunde Akinleye said these findings were “concerning” and “even worse than the last time we tested. This time, in addition to the average level of lead being