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Male | 17
Is 117-Pound Weight at 6ft Natural at 17?
Im 17 and im 117 pounds and im 6ft, is that natural?
Dr. Babita Goel
General Physician
Answered on 16th May '24
At 117 pounds, 6 feet tall, your weight seems low. Eating balanced meals - fruits, veggies, proteins - helps. Exercise like walking, and playing a sport also boosts health too. If concerned, talk to a dietitian or doctor.
Male | 14
Is my height increase a sign of puberty ending?
I am a 14 year old male and i am confused am i going through puberty or ended it because they say that when height is stopped growing ouberty ends and i am already 3 inches taller than my father at this age and when i started puberty around 12 my height was almost same as my father so how when is it going ti end? I have noticed little bit height growth in the past few months possibly 1 cm
Dr. Babita Goel
General Physician
Answered on 14th May '24
Hello! It seems you’re worried about how tall you will get and when puberty will end. It’s natural to feel insecure. Puberty normally stops around 18 for boys when they’ve had all the major growth spurts that can make them taller than ever before. If you’ve only started noticing yourself growing in height lately then this might mean your body is still changing because of puberty. Keep eating well, sleeping enough and exercising so your growth can be supported!
Male | 14
Can genetics affect my height compared to parents?
Can i increase my height my dad is tall and my mom is short im little short of my mom's height
Dr. Babita Goel
General Physician
Answered on 6th May '24
It's completely normal for people to be shorter or taller than their parents. Several things, including genetics and nutrition, can affect how tall someone is. Eat well, sleep enough, and keep moving. Unfortunately, there's no quick fix, but looking after yourself may help you achieve your maximum potential height.