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Is there any possibility to increase the height from 155 cm to 157.5 cm in a 22 year old man?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 22 years old male and want to join technical duty branch in the Indian Air Force. But my height is 155 cm, and the airforce eligibility criteria for the required height is 157.5 cm. So I cannot hold this height criteria.I want to increase my height by up to 157.5 cm. My mother's he... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Once you achieve 18 years, your bones of the whole body can become fused. Now according to scientific research, there will be very less or no chance to gain height. But for your satisfaction, you can do vigorous exercise pull-ups, yoga practice, and pranayama practi... Read Full »
How can I get taller during my teen?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 16 years old with a height of 5 feet 4 inches. I am worried about my height. How can I become tall as 5 feet 8 inches? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to iclinq.com. Follow these steps; 1) Consume a protein-rich diet like vegetables, cottage cheese, soy, tofu, and six almonds or walnut pieces every day. 2) Include chia seeds or flax seeds in your diet. 3) Do workouts like planks, swimming, and basketball. 4) Have adequate sleep of 8 to... Read Full »
I am 22-year-old and five feet in height. Will it be possible to increase my height by seven inches?
Query: Hi doctor,My height is five feet, and I want to increase it to at least five feet and seven inches. So what kind of diet and medicine is to be taken? I am a 22-year-old and five feet in height. I have not taken any medication or gotten treatment. Is it possible to increase height after age 22 with m... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can choose healthy food choices and reach the required calorie count. It would be helpful. Medications have excess side effects. It is better to consult with a dietician in person. Till then, I suggest you follow these steps : 1. High protein diet including almonds,... Read Full »
Can proper nutrition, running, and stretching help an 18-year-old grow taller?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old with a height of five feet five inches. Can I have an increase in height by doing running with stretching exercise and by taking proper nutrition? I need an expert opinion. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern about gaining height. Height is a genetically predetermined one and we cannot change anything beyond a certain limit. Height gets affected due to the growth of long bones and it becomes fixed once we reach 18 years. You can do other exercis... Read Full »
Please suggest a medicine to correct height problem.
Query: Hi doctor, My cousin is 10 years old, but he is short for his age. His grandfather, father and sister are also short. Is there any medicine for growth or height problem that occurs due to hereditary? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern. Your cousin of 10 years old is quite normal to have this much height. I have gone through the picture what you sent me (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Sometimes, low height will be genetic in nature. In 70 percentage ... Read Full »
Is it possible to increase the height after 28 years of age?
Query: Hi doctor,How to increase my height after 28 Years of age. I am 28 years old, and my height is 5.6'. I want to increase my height by at least three to four inches.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for posting your query. You can opt for a call consultation. You need to accept that there is a growth in height, but it is slow, and we grow on fat and adipose tissue. Therefore, height increase is not observed. It is important to keep your weight on track a... Read Full »
How can I attain appropriate height and weight for my age?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 20 years old. My weight is 117 lbs, and my height is 5 feet 4 inches. I look small for my age. There is no appropriate growth. Can you suggest any medications or supplements for this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history, and I would like to suggest some natural ways to increase your body's growth. Many factors affect body height and weight, such as gender, age, genetics, lifestyle, diet, etc. If there is no weight gain despite eating calorie-rich food,... Read Full »
I am 19 years old and very short for my age. Which supplements can I take to increase my height?
Query: Hi doctor,I am 19-year-old. My height is very short, so I want to increase my height. My weight is average. Which supplements can I take to increase my height? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would have been good if you had given your weight. Then calories required for your height and weight could have been calculated. Now concentrate on protein sources. Include egg whites, lean meat like skinless chicken, and fish in your diet if you are a non-vegetarian... Read Full »
I am a 20-year-old with less height. Suggest me a solution to increase my height.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old male and my height is 5 feet 2 inches. But I want to be at least 5 feet 5 inches. Please give me a solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. According to your height and weight your BMI (body mass index) is normal. Exercising daily with a proper diet will help you achieve your height with fitness. You have to eat once every two hours. You have to take 45 gra... Read Full »