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Hello. i want to learn if caffeine prevents you from growing taller , or does it slows down your growing speed? thanks in advance .

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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I don't know of any: Studies that show that use of caffiene prevents growth.

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Answered 4/17/2016

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A member asked:

Hello. i want to learn if caffeine prevents you from growing taller , or does it slows down your growing speed? thanks in advance .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Cattano and 5 doctors agreed

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