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Product Updates
August
Is Sunscreen Mousse Effective?
August 22, 2025
Several companies selling popular foam sunscreens, including mousses and whips, were recently warned by the FDA that these products are not recognized as safe and effective. Get the details in our article about sunscreens which includes our list of preferred sunscreens.
"Hidden" Chemicals in Mineral Sunscreen
August 26, 2025
A recent study found that nearly half of “mineral only” sunscreens actually contain ingredients that are derivatives of chemical sunscreens. Find out if they are safe, as well as how to spot them, in our article about sunscreen safety and effectiveness.
Joint Supplement Approved
August 26, 2025
DEVA Vegan Glucosamine MSM & Chondroitin was recently Approved for quality by ConsumerLab through our voluntary Quality Certification Program and added to our Joint Health Supplements Review.
Company Responds to CL's Findings
August 29, 2025
The distributor of Seed DS-01 Daily Synbiotic responded to our findings for its product. See the Update to our Probiotics Review for details, including our take on this. Also see our Top Picks among probiotic supplements.
Cadmium in Oats
August 29, 2025
A separate group reported cadmium levels in organic oats from One Degree and Bob's Red Mill. We’ve added information about this to our Oats Review, which includes our tests and Top Picks for rolled and steel-cut oats.
September
PFAS in Sparkling Waters
September 05, 2025
PFAS ("forever chemicals") were recently reported in some sparkling water products. Learn more and how the results compared to seltzer made with at-home "soda machines" in our article about PFAS.
Lead in Magnesium Gummies?
September 09, 2025
Was a popular magnesium gummy found to contain lead or other toxic heavy metals when recently tested by a separate group? Find out in our Magnesium Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among magnesium supplements.
Most Urolithin A Supplements Fail
September 12, 2025
Among popular urolithin A supplements, 60% contained almost no urolithin A, according to recent tests by a separate group. For results by product, see our article about urolithin A.
"Zero-Calorie" Sweeteners That Aren't
September 12, 2025
Many "zero-calorie" stevia sweeteners include bulking agents that can add as many calories per gram as sugar – although less sweetener is needed than sugar, reducing overall calories. Learn which ingredients are added to products such as BetterStevia, Sucress, and products from NuNaturals in our article about sweeteners.
Bamboo Floss?
September 12, 2025
Some people opt to use bamboo dental floss to reduce exposure to microplastics or "forever chemicals" (PFAS), but be aware bamboo flosses may still contain these compounds. Find out how to avoid this in the Dental products comparison section of our article about PFAS, which profiles bamboo flosses from Mother Earth (ME), No Tox Life, Dental Lace, and others.
Lead in Salt
September 16, 2025
Excessive lead was recently reported in a salt that, ironically, is promoted as "toxin-free." Learn more in our article about specialty salts.
Lead in Cinnamon
September 16, 2025
Elevated levels of lead were recently reported in a brand of organic cinnamon sold in the U.S. – adding to similar reports in other brands. Get the details in our Cinnamon Review, which includes our Top Picks among cinnamon supplements and spices.
Stability of Creatine in Liquid
September 16, 2025
Does creatine need to be consumed immediately after mixing it in a liquid? Find out what research suggests in the ConsumerTips section of our Creatine Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for creatine.
Arsenic in Mushroom Supplement?
September 16, 2025
Arsenic, lead, and cadmium above "Actions Levels" were recently report in a Host Defense mushroom product. Should you be concerned? Get our take on this in our Lion's Mane & Chaga Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for lion's mane, chaga, and reishi supplements.
Milk Thistle Approved
September 16, 2025
1MD Nutrition LiverMD was recently Approved for quality by ConsumerLab through our voluntary Quality Certification Program and added to our new Milk Thistle Supplements Review.
New Green Tea Top Pick
September 19, 2025
Based on recent testing, we've selected a new Top Pick green tea (from tea bags). Details are in our Green Tea Review, which includes our Top Picks for decaffeinated green tea, loose green tea, matcha, and green tea supplements.
Bone Broth Ratings: ConsumerLab vs. EWG
September 23, 2025
At least one bone broth product tested and Not Approved by ConsumerLab was rated favorably by Environmental Working Group (EWG). Learn the reason for these conflicting assessments in the Quality Concerns section of our Bone Broth Review, which includes our Top Picks for bone broth.
New Potassium Top Pick
September 23, 2025
We’ve chosen a new Top Pick among potassium supplements. For details, see our Potassium Supplements Review.
Lead in Cassava
September 23, 2025
Concerning levels of lead were found in cassava-based flours, chips, and snacks tested by a separate group. Get the details in our article about lead contamination in foods and supplements.
Cadmium in Flaxseed
September 25, 2025
When we tested flaxseed products, we found high levels of cadmium in several popular brands and learned that many companies were not testing for cadmium. At least one company now seems to be testing for cadmium, as we note in an Update to our Flaxseed (Whole and Ground) Review, which includes our Top Picks among flaxseed products.
Heavy Metals in Cheerios?
September 25, 2025
A separate testing group reported "concerning" levels of cadmium and arsenic in Cheerios. Get the details and our take on the findings in our Oats Review, which includes our tests and Oats Review, which includes our tests and Top Picks for rolled and steel-cut oats.
NOW Responds to Milk Thistle Findings
September 25, 2025
NOW Foods responded this week to our findings regarding its milk thistle product. For details, see the Update in our recent Milk Thistle Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among milk thistle supplements.
Life Extension Responds
September 29, 2025
NMN Allowed in Supplements
September 29, 2025
Olive Oil Mixed With Cheaper Oils?
September 29, 2025
October
Arsenic in Sardines
October 02, 2025
Caution with Sunscreen Containing Niacinamide
October 02, 2025
Turmeric Supplement Approved
October 06, 2025
Softgel Clumping
October 06, 2025
Concerns with IV Therapy Spas
October 06, 2025
A recent study evaluating practices at intravenous (IV) therapy spas (offering hydration and, typically, vitamin therapies) in the U.S. identified potential safety issues at most facilities. Get the details in our article about IV vitamin therapy.
Also learn why IV glutathione therapy is not advised for restoring glutathione levels after Tylenol use, despite celebrity endorsements.
RECENTLY APPROVED: Berberine
October 07, 2025
Armour Thyroid
October 07, 2025
Heavy Metals in Morton's Salt?
October 07, 2025
Thorne Responds
October 08, 2025
Problems With Melatonin
October 13, 2025
Counterfeit Supplements on Walmart
October 13, 2025
Lead in Some Protein Powders
October 16, 2025
Berberine Blunders
October 16, 2025
Cacao Powder Concerns
October 16, 2025
Ashwagandha & Hormones
October 20, 2025
Bacopa for Brain Power?
October 20, 2025
Psyllium for Hunger Control?
October 20, 2025
L-Arginine May Affect Kidney Tests
October 20, 2025
Misleading Liposome Labels
October 20, 2025
Turmeric Correction and New Top Pick
October 23, 2025
Cocoa Showdown: Hershey's vs. Hershey's
October 30, 2025
Toxin Alert: Arsenic in Tuna
October 30, 2025
Viviscal and Liver Injury
October 30, 2025
SmileActives: Whitening Wonder or Waste?
October 30, 2025
November
St. John's Wort – 22 Products Fail
November 03, 2025
How Safe Is Swiss Miss Cocoa?
November 03, 2025
How Much L-dopa Is in Supplements?
November 03, 2025
Is Neotame Safe?
November 03, 2025
