We spoke with registered dietitians to identify the best plant-based protein powders, sourced from pea, chia, hemp, soy and more. Here are four blends we recommend.

Last fall, Consumer Reports tested dozens of protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes. What the lab found raised red flags: more than two-thirds contained more lead in one serving than CR’s ...

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Consumer Reports released new findings after testing five reader-requested chocolate protein powders for lead and other heavy metals. The nonprofit organization previously revealed in late 2025 that ...

After a Consumer Reports investigation revealed that some popular protein powders and shakes contained troubling levels of lead, many readers wrote in with a simple question: What does this mean for ...

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Everyone seems to be talking about protein right now—and for good reason. “Protein is the building block of every tissue in our body, from muscles and bones to organs, skin, and hair,” says Rachel ...

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The wellness industry is a wild marketplace. You can't trust the marketing alone, and FDA regulation on protein powder deals is quite limited. It pays to be cautious. So for this year's Black Friday, ...