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Hello ' dr. i m 21 years old and look like a 16 years school student .. i wanna gain my weight without steroids 'medicine .plz tell me how i can gai?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Good diet & exercise: Your genetics determine most of your body dimensions. But if you eat well and exercise, don't use drugs, tobacco or alcohol, you can maximize your growth potential.

Answered 2/6/2015

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