i had already past my "puberty" period , i am nineteen now, can i still grow tall if i drink lots of milk or eat calcium tablet? is there any method?
123275
you're asian. you're not gonna be tall. Yao Ming is the exception, not the rule. Are you Yao Ming? That would rock. We could hang out if you were Yao Ming. I could ride on your shoulders. I'm not gonna hang out with some little dude though. Are you short enough that I can keep you in my pocket? Than would rock. If you where that little I'd hang out with you.
151500
Your diabetes will not effect you growth.  I wouldn't worry about your height my brother was 17-18 when he finally truely hit puberty and started growing.  When he graduated highschool 2 months before his 19th birthday he was barely as tall as me, I am 5'4". He only recently stopped growing he is now 24 and 6'1".
284758
You're still below average height for an American woman and at your age, almost any height is normal (I was 5'7" when I started ninth grade.)  You can't know for sure when you will stop growing, but a year or so after your periods start is a good gauge.\n\nDon't try to stunt your growth using junk food.  Not only will it not work, you'll just get fat and unhealthy.
366000
You will grow once you hit puberty.  This is also when your period will begin.  However you will not grow 5 inches overnight although over the course of your teenage years you could grow 5 or 6 inches.  That depends on genetics (so see how tall your mom and dad are and you will most likely be close to your mom but maybe taller if your dad is very tall).  And yes, your toes, fingers, breasts, legs, stomach, hips, shoulders, etc will all grow during puberty.  I put a couple links for you to look at but I also suggest talking to your mom, a friend's mom, your grandmother, aunt, or any other female you feel close with about the changes a woman goes through.\nDon't worry, most things are natural and you'll be fine, women have been doing this since the dawn of time (or since Eve if you believe in the Christian religion).\nSmile and enjoy the gift you've been given-womanhood.
160389
I'd be willing to bet that you'll grow about three more inches. That will take you to 5'7". YOu can always have your parent(s) take you to a doctor. They can do a measurement of certain bones and give you a good prediction. But remember, it's not just vitamins, it's protein and fat that makes you tall. There was a study that found that vegetarians (from infancy) don't get as tall as those who eat animal proteins. But they are still healthy and can be quite athletic. \n\nJust wanted to add, I'm pretty tall for a woman, but I was not just attracted to tall men but also men who were shorter than me who had a strong physical presence and confidence that made up for their stature.
85065
I guess it depends on how old you are, usually growth continues until about age 17-21. There are no foods that help you grow, however a Calcium supplement does promote bone strength, so getting a good amount of Calcium in your diet is important and also weight bearing exercise stimulates bone growth too.
296967
There is no food that will make you grow taller. It depends on your genes and not the food you eat. \n\nIf you are a girl, then you probably can't grow any more and will stay that small.\n\nIf you are a boy, then you will continue to grow until you are 21.
42758
I've been told that if you drink lots of Milk that it can be helpful in strengthening your bones.  Give that a shot!!
372437
There is NO way to know.  If you are very young, then chill out.  You will have stopped growing (since I guess you are a girl?) by the time you are 20.  Sure, there is a good chance that you will be at least 5'8"--maybe taller.  But you also may be shorter.  No way to know till you are 20.  And there is nothing that you can do to make yourself taller or get to your predetermind height any faster.  IF you have a growth hormone problem, they can put you on that to help you---but ONLY if your natural hormone level is too low.  They don't give it to everyone.\n\nThere are no drugs, vitamins, supplements, exercises, devices...nothing that will make you taller.
293099
Maybe for another 2 years. After that, you reach the mature level where you can't grow anymore. Women tend to grow bigger than men at age 12 to 14. Then men starts to grow. I don't think you are too tall for your age. I think it's normal.
540649
What are you talking about? You're 5'9 and you are only 14. There's nothing you can do, you grow naturally, you can't control that. I'm 18 and 6"1 (if there was a way I'd know).  Man you''ve got a lot of growing left ( Men don't stop growing until 21, women 18).  Since you're already so tall, in a couple of years you may be 6"7 and up range.
589095
Well it may depend if your bones are done growing, usually at your age they are but sometimes they still have a inch or so in reserve.\nThe bones are made initially of cartilage which can grow but once the cartilage has been replaced by thick bone it cannot grow anymore and the growth stops this happens though puberty \nUsually when people reach puberty the sexual hormones (estrogen in women and testosterone in men) increase the rate of growth but the also make the bones harder so the make you to stop growing earlier.\nIf you still have some cartilage in your growing plates (parts where the bone still can grow) it means that you can grow a little more, sometimes your physician can help you with growth hormone but usually that´s only used as a last resort.\nif you're done growing hormones would do more harm than good so please don´'t use them unless your doctor prescribes them to you.\nBut my final advice is to be happy as you are, we come in all colors and sizes so there´s no need to change as  long as we are healthy.\nand by the way in the future you´ll love to look younger than what you really are (like when you are in your 30´s) and that´s one of the rewards for the petites
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You ARE tall, for 13.  You will most likely have another growth spurt in a couple of years, but your height is genetic.  Are either/both of your parents, or other adult family members tall?  Their heights will give you some idea of about how tall you will be as an adult.  Believe me, if your doctor thinks there is a reason to be concerned about your growth, s/he will let your parents know.  Do your mother a favor, though, and don't outgrow all your clothes at one time overnight.  My sons did that to me - woke up one morning and NOTHING fit, including underwear.
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At 17, your chances of growing four inches are minimal.  You may grow again, but chances are it will not be a lot.\n\nAs for foods and sports... None of those will help you to grow, especially at this stage in life - but they will keep your body and bones healthy which will prevent you losing bone density as you age and thus, lessen the chance of breakages.\n\nThere is a surgical operation that can lengthen your bones, but it is VERY expensive and EXCEPTIONALLY painful.  From what I understand, it consists of having the bones surgically broken and having a metal frame inserted  - I believe it's multiple times a day that screws are twisted to continiually break the bone.  Over a period of months, the bones slowly heal over the continual breaks, thus making them longer.\n\nFrom what I've heard, it's neither pleasant nor easy to go through.  You would have to talk to a doctor about it as well.\n\nIs there a reason you want to be taller?  So you want to be an air hostess or something similar that requires someone to be a minimum height or is it just a personal preference?  If you consider surgery, you would probably need to consult a psychologist to make sure you're emotionally sound to undergo such a massive operation.\n\nSorry I can't provide more information, but if you look online, you will most likely find information.  But at the end of the day, you will need to discuss it with your family and your doctor.  Also... You may not be able to gain the four inches you desire - that would have to be discussed with your doctor as well.
365888
Registered Nurse here; Yes dear you will still grow taller.  It is true that males reach there growth rate later than females, also true that by the time you start your menstrual cycle you have grown in height, more than you well ever grow again.  But at the tender age of 13 you have at least two more inches left, possibly more.  Much depends on genetics, such as your parents height.  Hope this helps.  Thanks for the opportunity to address your question. :))
380737
you will still grow (till about 18), but there is nothing you can do to grow taller........
397503
yes it will help your bones get stronger, and also aid in helping you grow. don't worry though, you are only 13 and not at the peak of your growing age. most people don't stop growing until they hit 18. you will grow more through the years...trust me!