You might’ve seen headlines about high levels of lead being found in common protein supplements.

With these products becoming more popular, the news has some eager gym-goers concerned about what they’re consuming.

Norman and Tegan discuss how these results compare to our historical exposure – from Ancient Rome to Australia in the 1960s.

References:

• Protein Powders and Shakes Contain High Levels of Lead - Consumer Reports
• Bioaccumulation of lead (Pb) and its effects on human: A review 
• Lead in Food and Foodwares - FDA 
• Low Level Lead Exposure: History and Discovery 
• Lead Toxicity: an Australian Perspective 
• Some US protein powders contain high levels of lead. Can I tell if mine is safe? - the Conversation

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