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Can taking supplements like zinc, calcium, magnesium or vitamin d cause height to increase in an adult over age 35?

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Dr. Bernard Seif
Dr. Bernard Seifanswered
Clinical Psychology 41 years experience
Supplementing with: Vitamins and minerals will not increase your height. Please use the things you mention w/professional guidance so you don't overdo or imbalance calcium/magnesium. Peace and good health.
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