Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Are protein powders really contaminated with lead? 😳 In this video, I break down the recent Consumer Reports study that found trace levels of heavy metals, including lead, in popular protein powders and shakes. I’ll explain what the report actually means, how California’s Prop 65 standards compare to FDA, Health Canada, and EU limits, and why you don’t need to panic. You’ll also learn how lead gets into plant based protein powders, who’s most at risk, and how to choose third party tested supplements that are actually safe.
⚠️ Topics covered:
Consumer Reports protein powder lead study
Prop 65 vs FDA safety limits
Heavy metals in vegan protein
How to reduce lead exposure naturally
Why I trust Vedge Nutrition Protein Powder
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Sources Mentioned in This Video
Here are the studies and reports I referenced, check them out if you’d like to read more
Consumer Reports - Lead in Protein Powders
consumerreports.org/lead/protein-powders-and-shakes-contain-high-levels-of-lead-a4206364640
Health Canada’s Response to the Report
insidehalton.com/news/consumer-reports-lead-levels-in-protein-powder/article_de351e64-1ef8-5560-a253-17b3d402bd73.html#:~:text=And%20they%20are%20subject%20to,for%20lead%20in%20protein%20products.%E2%80%9D
Lead in Carrots - Scientific Study
nature.com/articles/s41598-021-91554-z
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#ProteinPowder #VeganNutrition #Lead #Prop65 #SimnettNutrition #VeganFitness #HeavyMetals #PlantBasedProtein
Are protein powders really contaminated with lead? 😳 In this video, I break down the recent Consumer Reports study that found trace levels of heavy metals, including lead, in popular protein powders and shakes. I’ll explain what the report actually means, how California’s Prop 65 standards compare to FDA, Health Canada, and EU limits, and why you don’t need to panic. You’ll also learn how lead gets into plant based protein powders, who’s most at risk, and how to choose third party tested supplements that are actually safe.
⚠️ Topics covered:
Consumer Reports protein powder lead study
Prop 65 vs FDA safety limits
Heavy metals in vegan protein
How to reduce lead exposure naturally
Why I trust Vedge Nutrition Protein Powder
👉 If you care about vegan fitness, evidence-based nutrition, and food transparency, hit subscribe. I share science-backed videos every week to help you thrive on a plant based diet.
Sources Mentioned in This Video
Here are the studies and reports I referenced, check them out if you’d like to read more
Consumer Reports - Lead in Protein Powders
consumerreports.org/lead/protein-powders-and-shakes-contain-high-levels-of-lead-a4206364640
Health Canada’s Response to the Report
insidehalton.com/news/consumer-reports-lead-levels-in-protein-powder/article_de351e64-1ef8-5560-a253-17b3d402bd73.html#:~:text=And%20they%20are%20subject%20to,for%20lead%20in%20protein%20products.%E2%80%9D
Lead in Carrots - Scientific Study
nature.com/articles/s41598-021-91554-z
DOWNLOAD MY FREE DRESSINGS & SAUCES EBOOK:
simnettnutrition.com/op/easy-vegan-dressings
USE MY CODE DEREK15 for 15% OFF VEDGE NUTRITION: vedgenutrition.com/SimnettNutrition
SOCIALS
• INSTAGRAM (DEREK): instagram.com/simnettnutrition
• FACEBOOK: facebook.com/simnettnutrition
HERE ARE THINGS I USE & LOVE (CAMERA, FITNESS & KITCHEN GEAR):
amazon.com/shop/simnettnutrition
WHO AM I?
I'm Derek Simnett, a Certified Nutritional Practitioner.
I love calisthenics and making good food!
Check out my 2 year transformation: youtu.be/MUYqG3zEldc
MUSIC: epidemicsound.com
soundstripe.com
#ProteinPowder #VeganNutrition #Lead #Prop65 #SimnettNutrition #VeganFitness #HeavyMetals #PlantBasedProtein
