Protein has become a hot topic in recent years, but most people already exceed the recommended daily allowance. Instead of reaching for protein-fortified products, focus on whole foods. See our test results of lead in popular protein powders and shakes: www.consumerreports.org/lead/protein...

Consumer Reports calls on the FTC and state attorneys general to take action against Meta for its failure to mitigate harmful scam advertisements.

ByHeart infant formula has been recalled for botulism risk. If your child has consumed ByHeart formula and is showing signs of botulism, such as muscle weakness, poor feeding, loss of head control, or difficulty swallowing, seek immediate medical care.

⚠️#Recall Alert: All ByHeart infant formula has been recalled after 15 infants fed ByHeart formula were hospitalized with infant botulism across 12 states. If you have any ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, stop using immediately.

A new investigation from 'Consumer Reports' sheds light on the dangerous information online, just as rates of infant deaths are rising. (via Parents)

⚠️ #Recall Alert: About 7,800 collapsible baby bathtubs from the brand Näpei are being recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission because of an unsecured button battery.

#Recall: Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru are recalling over a million vehicles—including the popular Camry, Highlander, and RAV4—to fix faulty backup cameras.

#Recall: Jeep is recalling the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe SUVs again due to a fire risk from faulty batteries.

Over 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning every year, according to the CDC. Installing and maintaining CO detectors can save lives. This #COAwarenessMonth, check out CR’s ratings and reviews of lifesaving CO detectors—which are always free to everyone.

You may know Consumer Reports for our testing of products and services you and millions of consumers use every day. But did you know we work with consumers to demand safer products and hold companies accountable? Join us: action.consumerreports.org/?EXTKEY=YSOC...

Our recent protein powder investigation inspired a lot of comment and debate. So, we've addressed the most frequently asked questions in this article here:

#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged pivot bolt that’s used to adjust the seat frame height. Here's what you need to know:

A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic. (via @cbsnews.com)

Texting and messaging scam attempts have increased by 50% in the past year, with young adults ages 18-29 experiencing the sharpest rise of any age group. See our report with @aspendigital.bsky.social & @gca.bsky.social: innovation.consumerreports.org/2025-Consume... #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ford Bronco SUVs because the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

Take a look inside one of CR’s testing labs, where our engineers are strengthening the security of connected devices and boosting consumer trust:

New op-ed by CR policy analyst Matt Schwartz in @cwbeacon.bsky.social: MA lawmakers must resist Big Tech fearmongering, pass data privacy bill. Consumers need more protection against personal information being collected and sold. #mapoli

Today's tip in @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series comes from CR’s Security Planner: Tighten your account privacy settings www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...

Federal funding cuts for the NIH Safe to Sleep campaign could be especially devastating for Black families. Here’s what experts say can be done about the impact.

CR’s protein powder investigation got the Colbert treatment youtu.be/kx9Cfqj1DCM?...

We are thrilled to be a Finalist in the 5th Annual #AnthemAwards, an award celebrating purpose and mission-driven work! Help us win an Anthem Community Voice Award by voting for CR by 10/30 here: wbby.co/RAWNP

New parents are bombarded with unsafe infant sleep imagery, whether they’re scrolling, searching, or shopping online, and funding cuts have put safe sleep education efforts in limbo. Here’s expert safe sleep advice you can trust for your baby: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

Digital payment apps don't have the same fraud protections as credit cards. CR explains how to shop safer in today's tip for @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series: www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...#OptOutOctober

Skyrocketing rates, dropped policies, and unpaid claims. The home insurance market isn’t working for consumers, and it’s time for that to change. Sign CR’s petition urging insurers to adopt the Homeowners Insurance Bill of Rights.

As if the protein craze wasn’t crazy enough, recent data published by Consumer Reports suggests there are dangerous amounts of heavy metals in popular brands of protein powder. (via @Men's Fitness)

Our survey results for the best car insurance companies are in. Members, log in to find out the six winners who earned our recommendation.

Amid more frequent wildfires, hurricanes, and floods, Consumer Reports argues homeowner protections should be codified across all 50 states. (via @fastcompany.com)

Soaring premiums. Nonrenewals with little warning. Delayed claims payments after disasters. Our advocates are calling on the insurance industry to adopt 9 rights that would protect consumers when disaster strikes. www.consumerreports.org/money/homeow...

It's Teen Driver Safety Week, but helping young drivers remain safe is a constant responsibility. These practical tips will help them build solid habits as they become more experienced drivers.

Consumer Reports tested 23 popular protein powders and shakes, and found concerning levels of lead in most of them. Got questions? Ask CR in our Reddit AMA. www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

We are thrilled to be a Finalist in the 5th Annual #AnthemAwards, an award celebrating purpose and mission-driven work! Help us win an Anthem Community Voice Award by voting for CR’s AI Voice Cloning Apps story here: wbby.co/RAWNP

Safety and cost are essential for parents considering a car purchase for newly minted teen drivers. In partnership with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, we’ve compiled a list of safe, reliable used cars and SUVs that are well-suited for teens.

Extreme weather events, combined with inflation and rising construction costs, have destabilized the home insurance market. After gathering more than 500 stories from CR members and engaging more than 56,000 consumers to develop solutions, we've released a Homeowners Insurance Bill of Rights.

Our new Consumer Cyber Readiness Report with @aspendigital.bsky.social and @gca.bsky.social found a continued racial disparity in financial losses related to scams. See what security experts recommend to stay safe: innovation.consumerreports.org/2025-Consume... #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

It's Teen Driver Safety Week, and there are essential factors to consider when insuring your teen driver. We're walking you through the process and answering frequently asked questions.

Using end-to-end encryption protects your digital conversations from prying eyes and fosters a safer online environment for everyone. 🔐🖥️📱🛡️#GlobalEncryptionDay 🧵

#Recall: Ford Motor Company is recalling 2015-2017 Ford Mustang coupes and convertibles due to the risk that front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables can become corroded. Here's what you need to know:

#Recall: Dodge is recalling nearly 300,000 Dart sedans from the 2013 through 2016 model years because of a defect that could cause them to roll away even when drivers think they’ve shifted into Park.

The AI chatbot’s new guardrails, which include content filters and safety alerts, are designed to protect younger users, especially teens in emotional distress. But risks remain.

Do you have questions about our recent lead in protein powder investigation? Reply and your question may be featured in an upcoming article.

Our tests of 36 cinnamon products and spice blends with cinnamon in them found concerning lead levels in these six products. Our experts suggest consumers avoid these products. See the full list of cinnamon products that our experts recommend: www.consumerreports.org/health/food-...

Sign our petition to the FDA to set strict limits on lead in protein powders here: action.consumerreports.org/sm-20251014-... Our recent tests of 23 popular protein powders and shakes found high lead levels, and right now there are no federal limits on how much lead can be in protein powders.

If you were interested in the results of our lead in protein powders, you might be interested in this, too: In our investigation, we tested 27 products containing cassava or cassava-derived ingredients. Seven products had lead levels so high that our experts advised against their consumption.

Earlier this week, we shared our investigation into lead in protein powders. ICYMI, we thought you would be interested in this too: Learn more about the contaminants we found in our infant formula tests and what you can do: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

Love chocolate? Sixteen of the 48 chocolate products we tested for heavy metals—from milk chocolate to cake mixes and more—had amounts above CR’s levels of concern for lead or cadmium. Before indulging, read our guide 🍫.

If you were interested in the results of our lead in protein powders, check this out: We found high lead levels in a third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures we tested. Click below for the powders and mixes that pose the most and least risk:

A study from Consumer Reports found some widely sold protein powders and pre-made protein shakes contain high levels of lead. (via @cbsnews.com)

Did you catch our latest investigation into protein powders? We tested 23 popular brands and found concerning levels of lead in most of them. Have questions? We’ve got answers!

Deleting unused accounts prevents your personal data from being misused or stolen. See today’s tip from CR's Security Planner at @eff.org's #OptOutOctober series: www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...

A new analysis by Consumer Reports found that some popular protein powder brands contain elevated levels of lead. Should you stop drinking protein shakes? Here's what to know via @todayshow.com.