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I have grown at a slower rate than ever before since 3 years ago. only 2cm ever since i was 13! what can i do to grow taller without getting fatter?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
growth Hormone: At the age of 16 eating more will not increase height, working with a hormone specialist and in particular a growth hormone supplement might be helpful.
Answered 10/12/2013
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Balanced nutrition: At sixteen your growth centers have some potential for growth and simple measures help the best.Follow a healthy diet, rest and exercise.An x-ray of your wrist and hand can be analysed for bone maturity.If is close to 16 you will grow a little but not much, and neither hormone treatments or anything else will change that. If the maturity is more like a 12 yo, then consult an endocrinologist.
Answered 12/10/2013
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