Powder and ready-to-drink protein sales have exploded, reaching more than US$32 billion globally from 2024 to 2025.

A new Consumer Reports investigation uncovered a hidden risk: some of these supplements contain concerning levels of lead.

The inconvenient truth is that most Americans already consume more protein than their bodies require. The average adult ...

A new analysis by Consumer Reports found some popular protein powder brands contain elevated levels of lead. Should you stop ...

Getting enough protein is key to fueling your body. While there are plenty of high-protein foods to add to your plate, many ...

Too much lead can cause kidney issues, high blood pressure, and cognitive issues. Learn which protein powders are safer and ...

Dietary supplements are a big business. The industry made almost US$39 billion in revenue in 2022, and with very little regulation and oversight, it stands to keep growing. The marketing of dietary ...

Consumer Reports expressed concern about high levels of lead in some two dozen protein powders, but only with repeated high ...

If you want to avoid muscle loss and gain strength, eating protein post-workout helps repair and build muscle, says Hill. And ...

Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation​ that analyzed ...