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Question
The doctor asked me: I am 21 years old, can I grow taller? Thank you doctor for the advice!
Tran Quoc Long (1999)
Hello doctor, I want to ask that I am 21 years old 1m66 I want to increase my height at this age, what should I do? Looking forward to consulting your doctor. Thank you.
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Answer
Hello! The period after puberty until the age of 21 - 23 years old, depending on the sex, the children still develop their height. The growth rate of height is also related to human nutrition and living. According to statistics, men often finish growing taller later than women because puberty is slower. Many surveys have been carried out and proved, men stop growing in height around the age of 22, 2 years later than women.
Scientifically, men will end their bone growth and height by the age of 20. There are 2 years of growth left, but normally this period will only increase by about 0.4cm. Some cases can increase more, 2-3cm. You can actively eat well and persevere in exercising. It is recommended to fully supplement the food groups rich in protein, calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K2 such as meat, fish, eggs and milk, to help strengthen bones and prevent the risk of osteoporosis or fractures later. At this age, you need to limit staying up late, limit alcoholic beverages, caffeine, don't smoke, and get enough sleep. Combining nutrition with exercise will help you increase your height as desired.
Above is the answer to your question whether 21 years old can be taller. You can have a general health examination to assess your nutritional status and general health to combine nutrition with exercise to help you grow as desired.
You can visit the hospitals of Vinmec Health System for more detailed advice from experienced and qualified doctors.. Regards!
