We tapped our team's fitness experts and interviewed nutritionists to find the best protein powders—from whey to ...

Since 2010, Consumer Reports has conducted independent, unbiased tests of protein powders and shakes to identify products contaminated with troubling levels of toxic heavy metals. Our fall 2025 tests ...

These dairy- and plant-based protein powders provide the muscle-building nutrient with natural sweetness.

Protein is key for building muscle, boosting bone health, and maintaining metabolism. As we age, we need more of it—roughly 1 to 1.2 grams per kilogram of body weight after age 40. Adding the best ...