At 14 years old and 175 cm tall, can I still grow taller?
Nov 25, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Whether a 14-year-old boy who is already 175 cm tall can grow taller varies from person to person. Generally, after the onset of physical development, one may grow an additional 10 to 30 cm. A 14-year-old boy is typically in the midst of his growth phase. Reaching a height of 175 cm at this age suggests relatively early development; such boys usually may still grow another 10 to 20 cm.
At 14 years old and 175 cm tall, whether one can still grow taller varies from person to person. Generally, after the onset of physical development, an individual may grow another 10–30 cm.
Boys aged 14 are typically in a stage of physical development. Reaching a height of 175 cm at this age suggests relatively early development. Such boys may still grow another 10–20 cm. A person's height is influenced by many factors, including genetics, nutrition, physical activity, environment, lifestyle habits, ethnicity, endocrine function, timing of sexual maturation, consanguinity of parents, and advances in medical science. Generally, males stop growing in height between ages 20–24, and females between 19–23, when the long bones in the limbs and the spinal vertebrae have completed ossification. It is recommended to visit a hospital for an examination of the growth plates (epiphyseal lines). If the growth plates are not fully closed but nearing closure, short-term use of growth hormone may be considered.
It is advised that boys during their developmental stage avoid consuming excessive junk food, eat more vegetables, high-quality protein-rich foods, calcium-rich foods, and zinc-rich foods, prevent picky eating, ensure sufficient rest with good sleep quality, and engage in regular physical exercise.
