If you\u2019ve ever been in a supplement store, you know just how many protein powder varieties there are. Even if you know your fitness goals\u2014losing weight, building muscle, or maintaining your daily protein intake\u2014it is overwhelming to choose the best protein powder out of all of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our team of certified nutrition coaches, personal trainers, weightlifting coaches, and elite athletes has collective decades of experience in the fitness industry. Each of us consumes protein powder regularly, including the best whey proteins, casein proteins, collagen proteins, and plant-based proteins; in fact, we’ve tried over 150 protein powders over the years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For this best-of list, we consulted with Laila Ouldibbat<\/a>, RD, a New York City-based registered dietitian who\u2019s pursuing a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, and Perry Nix, MS, RD, LD<\/a>, to give you our top picks for the best protein powder. We followed our in-depth protein powder testing methodology<\/a> to evaluate each product on the following factors, giving them a score of 1 to 5 for each category:<\/p>\n\n\n\n We worked with an independent, accredited lab\u2014Ellipse Analytics\u2014to test and rate more than 150 protein powders for purity and label accuracy. The lab analyzed each protein powder for the presence of heavy metals, harmful chemicals, and pesticides, since frequent or significant exposure to these substances can negatively impact your health. The protein powders below ranked in the top 50% of the samples tested. Finally, we asked Dr. Jennie Stanford, MD<\/a>, with a degree in nutrition and dietetics, to medically review this content for accuracy and updated studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The GGR team helped over 13,500 people find their ideal protein powder in 2024; now, let\u2019s find yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medical disclaimer: This article is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. For health advice, contact a licensed healthcare provider.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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