Question

A 14-year-old boy (who we calculate to be 15 years old) has a height of only 155cm and weighs 37kg, appearing extremely thin. His voice has already started to change, and he has some development of pubic hair and Adam’s apple. Over the past two years, his height has only increased by 2cm. In addition, his palms are small, his fingers are short, the middle finger measures only 7cm, and the little finger is only 5.5cm long. Besides jumping rope, are there any other methods to help him grow taller? Is such a height considered normal? Do you have any good suggestions?

Answer

A 14-year-old boy with a height of 155cm is considered normal. Here are some suggestions:

  1. Consume enough calcium, such as drinking milk, and expose yourself to sunlight appropriately to promote calcium absorption.
  2. Engage in sports like rollerblading or jumping rope, which can help with growth. Currently in the adolescent stage, this is a crucial period for physical growth and development, so it should be actively seized.