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Sir i am 19 year old boy and am 5 ' 8" inches tall ..can i increase my height 3- 4 inches taller average height calculator showd me 174cm is itposble?
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Depends on genetics : Your adult height is largely determined by genetic factors. Take the average of your parents heights and add two inches since you are a boy. You should genetically end up here, plus or minus two inches. If you fall below that threshold, see an endocrine doctor for evaluation.
Answered 6/22/2017
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