New Bill Would Force Protein Powders to Disclose Toxic Metals | KQED
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New Bill Would Force Protein Powders to Disclose Toxic Metals | KQED
""So, hedge your bets," wrote Gardner in an email to KQED. "Eat foods, not protein supplements. What have you got to lose - and what do you have to gain?""
"The Council for Responsible Nutrition argues the bill would create unnecessary costs and confusion without improving safety."
Lead exposure is linked to serious health issues such as reproductive problems, kidney damage, and cognitive impairment. Industry groups argue against proposed regulations, claiming they would lead to unnecessary costs without enhancing safety. Experts suggest that most Americans do not need protein supplements, as adequate protein can be obtained from food. Strength training benefits primarily come from the exercise itself rather than additional protein intake. California is moving towards legislation that would mandate testing and transparency regarding lead in supplements.
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