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Vogue
26-05-2025
- Health
- Vogue
Supercharge Your Day With the Best Whey Protein Powder
If you're already working on upping your protein intake, you've likely spent some time searching for the best whey protein powder. That's because whey protein is one of the highest quality forms of protein available, says vice president of nutrition research for the National Dairy Council Matthew Pikosky, PhD, RDN. 'It has significant health benefits and is a great tool for anyone looking to add higher levels of protein in their diets,' he adds. Vogue's Favorite Whey Protein Powders: Some of those benefits include supporting weight loss, building muscle mass, improving bone health, and enhancing overall metabolic functions. 'According to a 2019 review, whey protein may have beneficial effects on metabolic measures like waist circumference, blood pressure, blood lipids, and blood sugar,' says Pikosky. 'It can help regulate your appetite, reduce cravings, and boost energy levels.' The benefits of whey protein powder are many—we asked the experts to lay out everything you need to know about whey protein powder to help narrow down our list to the seven best whey protein powders on the market. In This Article: Best Overall: Puori Whey Protein Powder Puori Whey Protein Powder $69 AMAZON Why We Love It: Ingredient transparency is of the utmost importance for Puori, and the reason why it's earned the top spot for the best whey protein powders. The Clean Label Project published a report on heavy metals in protein powders and found that when it comes to protein powder, vanilla, unflavored, whey, or egg-based protein powders generally test lower for heavy metals than the average plant-based protein powders. (For reference, the study found that 28% of whey protein powders tested above California's Prop 65 safety limits for lead). Puori's Whey Protein Powder not only has the Clean Label Project Certified stamp of approval, it's also pesticide-free, hormone free, antibiotics free, and non-GMO (and as an added bonus, vanilla flavored). Plus, they publish their test results on their website so consumers can see it in full detail.
New York Post
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Beyond Meat recipes for the ultimate Memorial Day cookout
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Memorial Day is basically the Super Bowl of cookouts. The grill is hot, the group chat is hotter, and someone always forgets the buns. But if you're planning to serve the usual burgers and dips, it's time for an upgrade — one that skips the meat sweats and dials up the clean protein. Enter: Beyond Meat. Whether you're hosting vegans, flexitarians, health nuts, or that one cousin who only eats 'clean' but brings a pack of Slim Jims 'just in case,' Beyond Meat has something for everyone. The newly reformulated Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef are packed with 21 grams of plant protein, made with heart-healthy avocado oil, and clock in at just 2 grams of saturated fat per serving (that's 75% less than your average 80/20 ground beef). The best part? They taste like the burgers you grew up grilling: juicy, satisfying, and begging for a slather of BBQ sauce. Beyond Meat The Beyond Burger is a plant-based burger that delivers the juicy, beefy flavor you crave, minus the cholesterol and saturated fat. With 21 grams of complete plant protein per patty, it's crafted from a blend of peas, brown rice, red lentils, and faba beans, and now reformulated with heart-healthy avocado oil and a simplified ingredient list (bye, coconut and canola oil). It grills and sizzles like a traditional burger, making it the perfect centerpiece for cookouts, weeknight dinners, and everything in between. Certified by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association, this is plant-based meat that's as smart as it is satisfying. Advertisement Need a scene-stealing dish? Build a Beyond Sweet BBQ Crunch Burger (yes, it includes kettle chips). For the overachievers bringing apps, go with the Beyond Beef 7-Layer Dip — a crowd-pleaser with substance. And if you're craving something lighter that still hits the protein mark, the Beyond Chinese Chicken Salad, made with their new Beyond Chicken Pieces, is fresh, flavorful, and packs 21 grams of clean, juicy plant-based protein. No GMOs. No cholesterol. No drama. Beyond Chinese Chicken Salad Beyond Meat Beyond Meat The Beyond Chicken Pieces are tender, juicy, and wildly versatile plant-based chicken bites made from simple, clean ingredients. Each serving packs 21 grams of plant protein with just 0.5 grams of saturated fat and zero cholesterol, thanks to a nourishing base of pea protein and heart-healthy avocado oil. Whether tossed into salads, stir-fries, wraps, or skewers, they cook up fast and deliver serious flavor without any GMOs, hormones, or antibiotics. Certified by the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association, and the Clean Label Project, these pieces aren't just better for you, they're better, period. Beyond Meat's products are now certified by the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association, and the Clean Label Project, so it's not just hype. You can find them nationwide at Walmart, Kroger, Whole Foods, and more. This Memorial Day, grill like you give a damn — about your guests, your body, and your burger. This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to cooking classes that will level-up your skills to new dinnerware to upgrade your holiday hosting. Prior to joining the Post's shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith's Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.
Los Angeles Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
How Ritual's Katerina Schneider Is Fixing a 'Broken' Supplement Industry with Traceability & Science
Learn how Katerina Schneider overcame VC skepticism to build Ritual by setting new standards for transparency & efficacy in the supplement industry. Katerina Schneider, CEO & founder of Ritual, shares her story behind the supplement company, driven by a mission to create human impact beyond financial returns. Inspired by her immigrant parents and her father's entrepreneurial spirit, Schneider's own pregnancy sparked her quest to understand the opaque supplement industry. Frustrated by the lack of traceable ingredients and scientific backing in prenatal vitamins, she decided to set a new standard. Launching Ritual was tough – investors were uninterested in women's health and wellness categories and doubted she could build a company and a family at the same time. She proved them wrong and fundraised and led Ritual to become a big player, now generating hundreds of millions in revenue with top products in the US market. Ritual differentiates itself with a traceable supply chain, so consumers can see ingredient origins and suppliers online. The company will do human clinical studies on all finished products by 2030 and is Clean Label Project certified, testing for over 200 contaminants. Schneider says Ritual is committed to advancing underserved women's health through research funding. She also shares on branding, how she rejected a sterile initial design and went with the now iconic yellow branding that evokes an emotional connection. On work-life dynamics, Schneider says there's no such thing as 'balance' and instead recommends embracing the integration of business and family life, both are essential and complementary.
Associated Press
04-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Clean Label Project to Showcase Latest Protein Powder Contaminant Study at Natural Products Expo West 2025
DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 / / -- Clean Label Project (CLP), a nonprofit organization committed to transparency in consumer product labeling and ingredient quality, will be exhibiting at Natural Products Expo West 2025, the leading trade show for the natural and organic products industry. Attendees are invited to visit the Clean Label Project Booth 3195 to learn more about the latest findings from CLP's Protein Investigation 2.0 study, which identified elevated levels of heavy metals in popular protein powders. As consumers increasingly incorporate protein supplements into their wellness routines and turn to GLP-1s for weight management, Clean Label Project's research offers vital insights into ingredient sourcing, manufacturing practices, and potential risks tied to some of the market's most popular products. Protein Investigation 2.0: Key Findings Clean Label Project's analysis of 160 protein supplements, representing 83% of the market share, revealed: - 77% of protein powders tested contained lead, with nearly half exceeding California's Prop 65 safety limits in one serving. - Organic protein powders contained three times more lead and twice as much cadmium as non-organic varieties. - Chocolate-flavored protein powders contained up to 110 times more cadmium than vanilla-flavored powders. CLP's 'Clean Sixteen' Clean Label Project is excited to unveil our 'Clean Sixteen' — a lineup of sixteen protein powders that tested non-detect for heavy metals in the 2024/2025 protein powder study. This achievement highlights that, with dedicated supply chain diligence, it's entirely possible to craft protein powders that are not only nutritious, affordable, and delicious but also low in heavy metals. Visit Clean Label Project at Expo West 2025 'Protein powder plays a key role in the morning routines of those aiming to build muscle, shed weight, or enhance their healthy lifestyle,' said Jackie Bowen, Executive Director of Clean Label Project. 'Consumers have a right to transparency about the products they rely on for their health. At Expo West, we're excited to explore how brands can elevate safety standards, refine sourcing practices, and restore consumer trust.' Booth #3195 – Stop by to learn more about Clean Label Project's certification programs, industry advocacy efforts, and the latest contaminant testing insights. For more information on Clean Label Project's latest research and initiatives, visit About Clean Label Project Clean Label Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting truth and transparency in consumer product labeling and ingredient quality. Through independent testing for industrial and environmental contaminants, Clean Label Project provides consumers with the data they need to make informed, healthier choices. Kate Stuard Legal Disclaimer:
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Shocking report finds health risks in widely consumed fitness products: 'Wake-up call for consumers'
If you take protein powder before your gym session, you might be getting more than you bargained for. A new report found concerning levels of heavy metals like lead and cadmium in many of these products. A new report from the Clean Label Project found heavy metals like arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium in popular protein powders. The group tested 160 products from the 70 top-selling brands, representing 83% of the market. Of those, 47% exceeded at least one federal or state regulatory set for safety, the organization stated. Certified organic protein products contained, on average, three times the lead compared to non-organic products. The organization explained that this was largely due to plant-based protein powders, which tend to contain higher levels of contaminants, often with a correlation with chocolate content, as chocolate products more broadly are often found to contain elevated lead and cadmium levels. More than 79% of all organic protein powders tested over California's Proposition 65 levels for lead. It also reported chocolate as a high-risk ingredient, with 65% of all chocolate-flavored powders testing over Proposition 65 levels. The study "highlights concerns that challenge the current understanding of product purity," the document stated, adding that the results were a "wake-up call for consumers, manufacturers, retailers, and regulators alike." "With the lack of comprehensive federal regulations specifically addressing heavy metals in dietary supplements, it is critical that the industry independently takes proactive measures," it said. The Clean Label Project explained that there are no comprehensive federal regulations that target heavy metals in food. As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration explains, heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, mercury, and cadmium occur naturally in the environment, but high levels of these elements in our food can have negative health impacts. For instance, chronic lead exposure in adults is associated with kidney dysfunction, hypertension, and neurocognitive effects. That said, the agency states that the most vulnerable populations when it comes to the ingestion of heavy metals include infants and children, the elderly, and people suffering from chronic health conditions. This isn't the first time researchers have discovered elevated levels of heavy metals in our food supply. For instance, a 2024 study found concerning amounts of cadmium and lead in many types of dark chocolate. While experts said the results were probably not a cause for worry for casual chocolate chompers, those who eat dark chocolate on the regular might want to evaluate their routine. Many foods, including fruits, vegetables, and rice, contain heavy metals that they absorb through their root systems. But before you get yourself in a frenzy over your diet, "remember, the presence of a hazard does not necessarily mean there is a risk," Michigan State University's Center for Research on Ingredient Safety says. "Heavy metals can be present but at such a low level that it doesn't cause harm." When you're choosing health and beauty products, which of these factors is most important to you? Cost Brand name Ingredients Packaging Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. That said, you can reduce the amount of heavy metals in your protein powder by opting for whey-based products, which demonstrated lower levels of these substances in this study. The Clean Label Project also noted that a number of companies, including Genetic Nutrition, Wicked Protein, and Puori are Clean Label Certified. Consumers can find a list of products that are Clean Label Evaluated online. Meanwhile, the FDA's Closer to Zero program identifies actions the agency plans to take to reduce exposure to toxic elements in foods eaten by babies and young children. Join our free newsletter for easy tips to save more and waste less, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
