business
Want added protein? Be prepared to pay extra for that boost
By John Matarese at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
In just about every aisle of the grocery store, you can't miss the "P-word."Protein is everywhere in pasta, bagels, chips and even Pop-Tarts.While protein is important for your health, not all added protein products are worth it for your body or your wallet, according to registered dietitian Kay...
Key takeaway "Just because a product is adding 10 to 15 grams of protein doesn't necessarily make it healthy," Pasquale said.
Why this matters
Local business news drives decisions about where to shop, where to invest, and where to apply for jobs. The Detroit covers openings, closings, expansions, and economic shifts because each one ripples through the community.
About this story
Original reporting by WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News . The Detroit surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: business ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
Get more The Detroit stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering business and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? In just about every aisle of the grocery store, you can't miss the "P-word."Protein is everywhere in pasta, bagels, chips and even Pop-Tarts.While protein is important for your health, not all added protein products are worth it for your body or your wallet, according to registered dietitian Kay...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 6, 2026 by WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News and curated for The Detroit readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by John Matarese at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News. To learn more about how The Detroit selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more business coverage from The Detroit, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More business →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter