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Don't panic, but there might be lead in your protein powder

By Elissa Nadworny ,
Marc Rivers, Sarah Handel
Published October 15, 2025 at 5:12 PM EDT

NPR's Elissa Nadworny talks with investigative reporter Paris Martineau about a new Consumer Reports analysis that shows protein powders can contain toxic heavy metals, especially lead.

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Elissa Nadworny
Elissa Nadworny is an NPR Correspondent, covering higher education.
Marc Rivers
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Sarah Handel
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