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I am 16 year old boy and i am 5'7 and my parents are of normal height so how i can grow fast?

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Dr. Steven Hill answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Nothing: You just need to eat a healthy diet, exercise and give it time. There is no way to make yourself grow faster or higher.

Answered 8/24/2013

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