Some protein powders and shakes tested by Consumer Reports contained levels of lead, a heavy metal, that experts say could raise the risk of long-term health problems.
Scientists hired by Consumer Reports, an independent non-profit based out of the U.S., tested 23 popular protein products, and found lead levels ranging from zero to 7.7 micrograms per serving — above the stringent limits set by the state of California, but below U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) standard for females of childbearing age.
There is no safe level of lead for human consumption, though it finds its way into many foods because lead is present in the environment.
Eating high protein isn’t about health it’s for body building. I don’t know anyone that uses protein supplements that isn’t on some kind of strength training plan. Listing protein on products is useful to those that need more than the recommended minimum to recover and build muscle as it can be difficult to get a sufficient amount in that scenario, especially if your options are limited to fast food crap.