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My reccomended calories are 2400, if i'm on a calorie deficit of 1900, still getting proper nutrients and macros at 15, would it stunt my growth?

Q: my reccomended calories are 2400, if i'm on a calorie deficit of 1900, still getting proper nutrients and macros at 15, would it stunt my growth?

: malnutrition can affect growth in a child or a growing teenager

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malnutrition can affect growth in a child or a growing teenager

Answered 3/9/2021

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A member asked:

My reccomended calories are 2400, if i'm on a calorie deficit of 1900, still getting proper nutrients and macros at 15, would it stunt my growth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

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