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Is Height Growth Possible During Adolescence?

I am 18 years 3 months old and I have noticed I have grown from a 5 3 to 5 4 in the last 2 years but I want to grow to atleast 5 5 1/2, my dad said he grew at 19 but I m not sure if I will as I m 18 do u think I still couldn t grow based on my dad s growth spurt?
Wed, 30 Mar 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Growth spurt is known to happen during adolescence. Hence, you can grow few inches taller during this period.
Eat healthy foods, fruits and vegetables during this period. Have an optimum intake of fluids. Exercise regularly, in the form of skipping and swimming. These things should help you to attain optimum height during this growth period.
Avoid intake of junk foods.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best.
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Is Height Growth Possible During Adolescence?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Growth spurt is known to happen during adolescence. Hence, you can grow few inches taller during this period. Eat healthy foods, fruits and vegetables during this period. Have an optimum intake of fluids. Exercise regularly, in the form of skipping and swimming. These things should help you to attain optimum height during this growth period. Avoid intake of junk foods. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.