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Im 21. i have been underweight have a high metabolism. i have been cyclling and stretching exercising since i was 18. can i still add more height?

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Maxed out on height: At age 21 you probably have reached your maximum height, as bone growth areas have closed.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 11/9/2013

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