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Product Review
L-Lysine Supplements Review
Read L-Lysine Labels Carefully. Some Can Fool You.
Product Review
Nutrition Bars & Cookies Review (For Energy, Fiber, Protein, Meal Replacement, and Whole Foods)
Find the Best Nutrition Bar or Cookie. ConsumerLab Tests Reveals Not All Nutrition Bars and Cookies Contain What They Claim.
Product Review
Maca Supplements Review
Choose the Best Maca Supplement. Make Sure Your Maca Supplement Isn't Contaminated With Lead.
Recalls & Warnings
July 05, 2017
CLIF Bars Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On July 5, 2017, CLIF Bar & Company issued a voluntary recall of CLIF BUILDER'S Bar Chocolate Mint, CLIF Kid Zbar Protein Chocolate Mint, and CLIF Kid Zbar Protein Chocolate Chip flavors due to the potential presence of peanuts and tree nuts, including almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, ...
Recalls & Warnings
December 07, 2016
Chocolate Hazelnut Butter CLIF Nut Butter Filled Energy Bars Recalled
On November 18, 2016, Clif Bar & Company issued a recall of one production run of Chocolate Hazelnut Butter CLIF Nut Butter Filled energy bars due to the presence of small plastic pieces found in a limited number of bars.
Recalls & Warnings
August 17, 2012
Voluntary Recall of Nutrition Bars
On August 13, 2012, Clif Bar & Company issued a voluntary recall of a limited amount of 12-pack Blueberry Crisp Clif Bars and individual Blueberry Crisp Clif Bars which were mislabeled in Chocolate Chip Clif Bar wrappers.
Recalls & Warnings
June 02, 2016
Clif Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On June 2, 2016, Clif Bar & Company issued a recall of certain energy and trail mix bars because they contain sunflower kernels which have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
March 28, 2014
Nutrition Bars Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On March 27, 2014, Clif Bar & Company issued a voluntary recall of a small number of 15-count boxes of Chocolate Chunk LUNA Bars because they contain undeclared macadamia nut butter.
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January 31, 2021
Protein and Fiber Bars Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On January 28, 2021, think! and Interpac Technologies, Inc. issued a voluntary recall of think! Protein + Fiber Oatmeal: Farmer's Market Berry Crumble due to the potential presence of tree nuts, including almonds and pecans.
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April 10, 2021
HI-TECH Workout Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergens
On April 3, 2021, HI-TECH Pharmaceuticals issued a recall of all lots of APS Nutrition Isomorph 28 in a 2lb jug because they contain undeclared milk, wheat, and soy.
News Release
August 31, 2023
Some L-Lysine Supplement Labels May Be Misleading, According to ConsumerLab Tests
White Plains, New York, August 31, 2023 — Lysine (L-lysine) supplements may help prevent cold sores, genital herpes lesions, and canker sores, and are also promoted to slow hair loss, and treat herpes infections in cats.
News Release
September 11, 2019
Some Nutrition Bars Contain More Carbs and Less Fiber Than Listed, ConsumerLab Tests Reveal
White Plains, New York, September 11, 2019 — Nutrition bars and cookies are promoted as a convenient way to get protein, fiber and other nutrients on-the-go, but recent ConsumerLab tests of popular nutrition bars and cookies reveal that some contain more carbohydrates (as well as fat and ...
News Release
October 08, 2013
ConsumerLab.com Reports Problems and “Top Picks” Among Bars for Energy, Fiber, Protein, Meal-Replacement, and Whole Food
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — October 8, 2013 — Which nutrition bars provide the best combination of nutrition and taste, and are accurately labeled? ConsumerLab.com recently set out to answer this question by purchasing popular bars in the U.S.
News Release
August 12, 2008
ConsumerLab.com finds improvements in labeling of nutrition bars but potential pitfalls exist -- New report compares 20 bars, including those for protein, fiber, energy and whole food
WHITE PLAINS, NY — August 12, 2008 — Labeling on nutrition bars has become more accurate, according to a new report by ConsumerLab.com.
Recalls & Warnings
May 10, 2021
Whole Food's 365 Everyday Value Whey Protein Recalled
On May 7, 2021, Arizona Nutritional Supplements issued a recall of 365 Everyday Value Whey Protein Powder Natural Vanilla Flavor because it contains undeclared soy. Containers of 365 Everyday Value Whey Protein Powder Natural Vanilla Flavor were mistakenly packaged with Soy Protein Powder.
Recalls & Warnings
June 15, 2016
More Nutrition Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
The following nutrition bars are being recalled because they contain sunflower kernels or may have come in contact with equipment processing sunflower kernels which have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (use the links below for affected lot numbers, UPC, and/or ...
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February 27, 2018
Testosterone, Thyroid, Other Supplements Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On February 23, 2018, Progressive Laboratories, Inc., issued a recall of the following four supplements because they may contain undeclared milk:
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October 12, 2018
Organic Plant Protein Shake Recalled
On October 11, 2018, Forager Project issued a recall of certain Nuts and Vanilla — Organic Plant Protein Shakes because the products contain almond flour which is not declared on the label.
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September 22, 2018
MyoWhey Protein Powder Recalled
On September 20, 2018, Purus Labs, Inc. issued a recall of one lot of MyoWhey Chocolate Cookie Crunch protein powder because it may contain undeclared milk and soy.
Recalls & Warnings
April 27, 2018
Labrada LeanPro8 Protein Powders Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On April 24, 2018, Labrada Nutrition issued a recall of certain lots of LeanPro8 protein powders because they may contain undeclared egg protein.
Recalls & Warnings
April 06, 2018
Workout Supplements Recalled Due To Allergen Risk
On April 5, 2018, Independent Nutrition Inc, dba Back to Health of Eugene., issued a recall of certain lots of Ignite High Endurance Pre-Workout Supplements because they may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
November 19, 2018
Jay Robb Egg White Protein Recalled
On November 16, 2018, Jay Robb Enterprises issued a recall of its Unflavored Egg White Protein Product because it may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
November 27, 2017
Protein Bars Recalled After Consumer Finds Piece of Plastic in Bar
On November 23, 2017, Leclerc Foods recalled one lot of Fit & Active Chocolatey Chip Protein Meal Bars distributed to ALDI stores, as a precautionary measure after a small piece of yellow plastic was discovered by a consumer.
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July 18, 2017
Oat Cereal Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On July 18, 2017, Garden of Light, Inc., recalled Woodstock Organic Matcha Vanilla Oats because of potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
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July 11, 2017
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Bars Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On July 10, 2017, Coborn's, Inc. recalled packages of Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Bars because some were incorrectly labeled as Gluten Free Fudge Brownies.
Recalls & Warnings
January 24, 2009
Many Brands of Nutrition Bars Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Due to salmonella contamination in peanut butter produced by Peanut Corporation of America, manufacturers of nutrition and snack bars made with this material have recently issued voluntary recalls.
Recalls & Warnings
August 03, 2017
Protein Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On August 2, 2017, Amrita Health Foods recalled several varieties of protein bars due to potential contamination with Listeria monoocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
July 24, 2017
Protein Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On July 21, 2017, Bhu Foods recalled a number of their products after their organic sunflower seeds, distributed by Hudson Valley Foods, Inc., were potentially contaminated with Listeria monoocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
May 06, 2017
Herbalife Protein Bar Recalled
On May 1, 2017, Herbalife issued a recall of certain lots of its Protein Bar -- Peanut Butter nutrition bars because it may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin which contains a small amount of parvalbumin, a fish allergen.
Recalls & Warnings
April 25, 2017
Soylent Powder Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On April 24, 2017, Soylent issued a recall of 890 boxes (containing 7 x 15 oz pouches) of Soylent 1.8 Powder, because the product may contain undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
April 01, 2017
Nutrition Bar Recalled Due to Allergen Risk
On March 30, 2017, Lifestyle Evolution issued a recall of one shift of NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter nutrition bars because a product with a milk allergen was incorrectly packaged into some NuGo Slim Crunchy Peanut Butter wrappers and cartons.
Recalls & Warnings
March 28, 2017
Yogurt Peanut Crunch Bars Recalled Due to E. Coli Risk
On March 23, 2017, Pro Sports Club of Bellevue, WA issued a recall of 36,957 20/20 Life Styles Yogurt Peanut Crunch bars because they have the potential to be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157:H7.
Recalls & Warnings
March 21, 2017
Plant-Based Protein Powders Recalled
On March 18, 2017 Nutiva issued a recall of three plant-based protein powder shakes after determining these products may contain peanuts.
Recalls & Warnings
January 31, 2017
Vegetarian Protein Drink Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk
On January 28, 2017 NSE Products, Inc. (a subsidiary of Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc.) issued a recall of its vegetarian ageLOC TR90 Protein Boost protein drink because it contains undeclared milk.
Recalls & Warnings
June 09, 2016
Nature Made Multis and B Complex Recalled Due to Salmonella, Staph Risk
On June 8, 2016 Pharmavite LLC issued a recall of the following Nature Made® multivitamin and B complex supplements because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella or Staphylococcus aureus:
Recalls & Warnings
October 13, 2016
Nutrisystem Bars Recalled Due to Listeria Risk
On October 11, 2016, Nutrisystem Everyday, LLC issued a recall of one lot of its Nutricrush Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough bar because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Recalls & Warnings
October 13, 2016
Soylent Recalls Bars As It Investigates Complaints of Gastrointestinal Issues
On October 12, 2016, Soylent announced it is halting all Soylent Bar purchases and shipments while it investigates consumer complaints of gastrointestinal issues, such as vomiting and diarrhea, after consuming the bars.
Recalls & Warnings
June 23, 2016
Protein Drinks Recalled Due to Possible Spoilage
On June 22, 2016 Bolthouse Farms issued a recall of the protein drinks listed below due to possible spoilage that may cause the beverages to appear lumpy, taste unpleasant and have an off odor.
Recalls & Warnings
June 18, 2016
Muscle Milk Protein Drinks Recalled
On June 17, 2016 HP Hood LLC issued a recall of the following Muscle Milk protein drinks because they have the potential for premature product spoilage:
Recalls & Warnings
December 13, 2017
Dark Chocolate Bar Recalled
On December 8, 2017, ALDI, in cooperation with Hofer KG ZNL Schokoladefab, recalled Choceur Dark Chocolate Bars due to the potential presence of almond pieces not listed on packaging. These bars can cause an allergic reaction in people who have a nut allergy.