Consumer Reports Warns of Protein Drink Dangers

Lead, arsenic and cadmium in protein drinks? Why? You don't need the protein--you sure don't need these heavy metals.

"The Consumer Reports investigation sent fifteen protein drinks to an independent laboratory for analysis, reviewed government documents and interviewed health experts, fitness experts and consumers. They found that most people get enough protein in their regular diet and do not need these supplements. Consumer Reports recommends that people who need more protein, can find it in healthier, cheaper sources such as milk, eggs and chicken breast.

The results of the laboratory analysis found that all fifteen of the protein drinks tested contained one or more of the contaminants arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury. Three of the products tested raised particular concern because consuming more than three servings per day could expose the consumer to levels of these contaminants that are above recommended limits."

Consumer Reports Warns of Protein Drink Dangers | InjuryBoard New York City