#protein — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 565.5M total posts and 38.4K new posts daily, #protein is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.1K likes and 37 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #protein

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#fitness565.5M38.4K1.1K10050
#gym308.8M75.2K75310041
#nutrition68.1M4.0K1.4K10071
#healthylifestyle139.9M15.7K1.2K10051
#healthy193.8M12.9K1.6K10055

Related Hashtags to #protein

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#healthyfood126.0M1.6K76810049
#health178.6M8.7K1.8K10053
#workout241.2M28.3K1.3K10062
#bodybuilding151.0M16.9K69210037
#weightloss93.5M5.8K75910051

Similar Hashtags to #protein

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#highprotein3.1M1.2K5.9K10092
#wheyprotein3.4M7505.2K10063
#proteinshake2.5M2543.6K10097
#proteinpacked691.4K3827359252
#proteina2.8M4286.7K10069

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #protein on Instagram

  1. Mix with niche hashtags — #protein has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
  2. Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #protein alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
  3. Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #protein with #healthyfood, #health, #workout for a well-rounded hashtag set.
  4. Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #protein on Instagram?

#protein has 565.5M total posts on Instagram with approximately 38.4K new posts added daily. The average post using #protein receives 1.1K likes and 37 comments.

Is #protein a good hashtag to use?

#protein has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 50/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #protein?

The best hashtags to use with #protein include: #healthyfood, #health, #workout, #bodybuilding, #weightloss. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-03. Learn about our editorial process →

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