# @healthline on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DcvjeeqoMD0
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69897450-healthline-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-09-01T11:28:09.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Healthline (@healthline) — https://gondola.cc/healthline

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🍤 Did you know shrimp has almost 3x the protein-per-calorie of a whole egg? Here's how your favorite foods stack up.

A food’s protein-to-calorie ratio shows how much protein it provides relative to its calories. Foods with a higher ratio can help you increase your protein intake while keeping calories in check, which can support muscle maintenance, recovery, and overall nutrition goals.

Which foods are you still curious about? Drop them below. 👇

🔗 Find more high-protein foods and their nutritional benefits at the link in bio.

#highprotein #nutrition #healthyeating #proteintips #mealprep

Before you read it, we reviewed it.
Article Medically Reviewed By: Katherine Marengo LDN, R.D.
Article Review Date: 7/15/2025
Source: Kubala, J. & Gunnars, K. (July 15, 2026). 18 Delicious High Protein Foods. Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/high-protein-foods

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