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News Release
June 15, 2016
28% of Protein Powders and Drinks Fail ConsumerLab.com's Tests of Quality
White Plains, New York, June 15, 2016 — Protein powders and drinks can help build and maintain muscle when combined with exercise and can also help with blood sugar control. However, recent ConsumerLab.
News Release
January 15, 2014
Problems Found with the Quality and Labeling of Some "Muscle Enhancement" Supplements -- Review of Creatine and Branched-chain Amino Acid Supplements Published by ConsumerLab.com
White Plains, New York, January 15, 2014 — Athletes often turn to supplements such as creatine and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) to enhance muscle strength and recovery. These supplements may also benefit people with muscular diseases and those recovering from knee surgery.
News Release
June 11, 2013
31% of Protein Powders and Drinks Fail Tests by ConsumerLab.com
White Plains, New York — June 11, 2013 — What's really in a scoop of "protein powder"? sIn some products, a lot less protein or a lot more carbohydrates than you would expect, and perhaps even a serving of something you don't want -- lead. That's according to recent tests by ConsumerLab.
News Release
July 21, 2010
Tests of "muscle enhancement" supplements show quality problems with some creatine and branched-chain amino acid products -- Review of Muscle Enhancement Supplements published by ConsumerLab.com
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — July 21, 2010 — Athletes often turn to supplements to enhance muscle strength and recovery. New tests of such supplements by ConsumerLab.
News Release
May 05, 2010
Tests of protein powders and drinks show some lead contamination but no melamine -- New report covers whey, soy, and rice protein supplements for body building, endurance/recovery, meal-replacment and dieting
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — MAY 5, 2010 — New tests by ConsumerLab.com found most protein powders, shakes and drinks to meet their nutrient claims, but two products were contaminated with lead (6 to 18 mcg per day) and a third product contained four extra grams of sugar.
News Release
November 13, 2006
Tests of "muscle" supplements finds some "weak" products but most contain expected creatine, HMB, or amino acids — Review of muscular enhancement supplements published by ConsumerLab.com
WESTCHESTER, NEW YORK — MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2006 — Bodybuilders and athletes often turn to supplements to enhance muscle size and strength.
News Release
April 27, 2005
ConsumerLab.com finds quality of most nutrition powders and drinks high, but identifies five protein powders with excess sodium or cholesterol — Report Now Available Online
WHITE PLAINS, NY — APRIL 27, 2005 — ConsumerLab.com has released its latest report on the quality of nutrition powders, shakes and drinks. These products are used for general nutrition, dieting, and meal-replacement and are frequently used by athletes and bodybuilders.
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Body Odor: Supplements & Foods That May Help, or Make It Worse
Some people with adequate personal hygiene still experience body odor. Learn if taking supplements such as activated charcoal, champignon extract, copper chlorophyllin, L-carnitine, N-acetyl cysteine (NAC), or other ingredients might help or make body odor worse.
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Will an Epsom salt bath increase magnesium levels in my body like a supplement?
Find out if Epsom salt baths can increase magnesium levels in the body like a supplement. Plus, see evidence for other methods other transdermal methods of obtaining magnesium, such as magnesium creams, oils and sprays. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
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5 Tips for Finding a Soap or Body Wash That Won't Irritate Skin
Get 5 tips for finding soap or body wash that won't cause skin irritation. See which soaps we rate best, ingredients to avoid, and phrases on labels that can mislead.
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Do detox foot pads or ionic foot baths remove heavy metals or other toxins from the body?
Detox foot pads and ionic foot baths are promoted for removing heavy metals and other toxins from the body. Find out if there is evidence to support these claims.
Clinical Update
9/22/2023
Supplements and Body Odor?
Some people with adequate personal hygiene still experience body odor. Find out which supplements may help, and which may cause body odor in our new article Body Odor: Supplements & Foods That May Help, or Make It Worse.
Clinical Update
4/16/2024
Body Wash: New Top Pick
Find out why we’ve selected a new Top Pick body wash in our article 5 Tips for Finding a Soap or Body Wash That Won't Irritate Skin, which also includes our Top Pick bar soap.
Clinical Update
6/13/2023
Body Wash Top Pick
Our Top Pick body wash for sensitive skin has been renamed and repackaged, but the ingredients remain the same.
Clinical Update
3/11/2012
Vitamin D Effect on Body Fat and Cholesterol
As we have reported earlier, adequate intake of vitamin D may decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease. A new study may help explain why. A 12-week course of vitamin D given to overweight women lead to a boost in HDL ("good" cholesterol) as well as a decrease in body fat. However, total body weight did not change and there was an increase in LDL ("bad") cholesterol, although it appeared to be less plaque-forming in nature. For details, including the dose given, see the updated information in the Vitamin D Supplement Review. More >>
Recalls & Warnings
July 16, 2025
Organic and Mineral Sunscreens, Tints, Recalled
On March 12, 2025, Kabana Skin Care recalled four brands of organic and/or mineral sunscreen products due to unspecified "deviations" in Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
Recalls & Warnings
July 31, 2020
FDA Warns Seven Sellers of "Hangover Cures"
The FDA recently issued warning letters to seven companies for promoting hangover relief products with drug claims (use the links below to read the full warning letter):
Recalls & Warnings
January 18, 2005
Supplement Maker to Pay over $3.5 Million to Settle Deceptive Advertising Charges for Immune Dietary Supplement
On January 18, 2005, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Orange County (California) District Attorney, and the California State Attorney General announced that they had reached settlements with Body Wise International, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
April 16, 2014
Seller of Aloe, Thyroid and Other Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On March 21, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Aloe Man International Corp.
Recalls & Warnings
March 28, 2008
FDA Warns of Adverse Reactions with Two Liquid Supplements -- Selenium Toxicity Possible
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or consume Total Body Formula in the flavors of Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar, or Total Body Mega Formula in the Orange/Tangerine flavor.
Recalls & Warnings
July 03, 2016
Weight Loss Supplement Recalled
On June 1, 2016, Dream Body Weight Loss issued a recall of all lots of the following weight loss supplements listed because they were found to contain undeclared sibutramine:
- Dream Body Extreme Gold 800 mg 30 gold capsules
Recalls & Warnings
July 29, 2009
FDA Warns Against Body Building Supplements with Steroid-like Compounds
On July 28, 2009, the U.S. FDA notified the public about new safety information concerning products marketed for body building and increasing muscle mass.
