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My friend starved herself at the age 13 and she got shorter but now she eats healthy and wants to get tall. she just turned 14, what should she do?

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Dr. Ira Rubin answered

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Sleep to grow: Typically girls get a growth spurt just before and during menarche (12-13) and then stop around 16 years of age. If your friend starved herself at 13 she probably had menarche ( started her periods) if so she likely can catch up simply by eating well and sleeping well ( height increases during sleep).

Answered 12/15/2013

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