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Hi, i'm an 18 year old boy from the philippines. i was planning on joining varsity but i have a feeling i'm quite short. i wondering if there is any way i could improve my height, even just a little?
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An x-ray of your wrist/hand can be examined for growth centers. If closed, you are done, if open, you may grow taller. Good nutrition/adequate sleep and exercise help you reach your best height. Males are expected to reach the average height of both parents plus 5 cm.
Answered 10/5/2022
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