Protein Powder Pitfalls

The protein powder market is rife with deception, particularly through practices like amino acid spiking, which misrepresents the actual protein content. Heavy metal contamination in vegan protein powders poses serious health risks, leading to potential neurological and hormonal issues that often go undetected. Surprisingly, organic sources can sometimes have higher metal levels due to the nature of the pesticides used, raising concerns about the safety of plant-derived proteins.