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I'm 17 years old. i eat healthily and avoid junk food. i exercise during pe lessons. how else can i grow taller?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Height: Keep eating healthy and exercising.However, your height is determined by the genes you inherit from your parents.

Dr Fricke and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/22/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 17 years old. i eat healthily and avoid junk food. i exercise during pe lessons. how else can i grow taller?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Fricke and 4 doctors agreed

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