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Will Weight Lifting Affect Height Of The Person?

hello doctor . i am a 16 year old indian boy . i weigh 43 kgs and my height is 5"8'. i am extremely skinny ,my ribs show and this causes small scale depression to me . i wanted to ask wether i should lift weights in order to bulk up my body . recent myths say lifting weights stunts height growth is it true ?? .
Fri, 16 May 2014
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Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum.
As you describe, you are low weight,for your height, and this may be due to some factors like non absorption,limited intake,anemia, or some disease.
Lifting weights may not have any relation with the height of the body.
You can try to gain weight medically, so i advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such requirement injection of anabolic steroids periodically, protein supplements, multivitamins, and enzymes.
Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich foods,to have good health.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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Will Weight Lifting Affect Height Of The Person?

Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you describe, you are low weight,for your height, and this may be due to some factors like non absorption,limited intake,anemia, or some disease. Lifting weights may not have any relation with the height of the body. You can try to gain weight medically, so i advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. I usually prescribe to my patient with such requirement injection of anabolic steroids periodically, protein supplements, multivitamins, and enzymes. Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich foods,to have good health. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.