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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?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

malnutrition can affect growth in a child or a growing teenager

Answered 3/9/2021

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