Fifteen years ago, consumer advocacy outlet Consumer Reports first assessed protein powders, a notoriously unregulated and popular segment of the wellness industry. Consumer Reports revisited the ...

Since the 1980s, the Lorenzen family has grown its protein powder business, Puris, into an AgTech power player. Now the preferred supplier for food brands seeking craveable recipes for GLP-1 users—it’ ...

A new report by the Clean Label Project has found that protein powders may contain something other than muscle-building nutrients: lead and cadmium, both of which are toxic. The national nonprofit, ...

The Evolution of Wheat Protein in the 2026 Market The trajectory of the plant protein market is increasingly defined by the “hydrolysate” movement. While isolated proteins were the standard for the ...

Protein powders have become a staple in many people’s diets as a way to boost protein intake, build muscle and support recovery. However, recent research from the Clean Label Project has raised ...

Protein supplements are more popular than ever, but a new report suggests that popular powders and shakes are contaminated with elevated levels of lead, prompting some experts to recommend limiting ...

Whey and plant proteins help build muscle. Whey is a complete protein that is easily absorbed, while plant protein is lactose ...