A member asked:

I am 17 yrs old, already crossed puberty and have a decent height of 5'9. however my father has a height of 6'4 and i wish to become as much as him?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Height and Genetics: You are only 17. You still have some growth ahead of you. But, wishing for height gain is not, in any way, going to make it happen. Eat well, get enough protein in your diet and exercise regularly. Be as healthy as possible.

Answered 2/20/2014

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