Ask Ayurveda

FREE! Ask Ayurvedic Doctors 24/7

Get expert answers from certified doctors anytime

Fast responses
1000+ verified doctors
/
/
/
Concern About Height Growth
Geriatrics & Rejuvenation
Question #50347
83 days ago
1,125

Concern About Height Growth - #50347

Client_57f31a
$3.51

I am facing a lack of height problem My height is not growing properly I want to increase my height about 3-4 inches more it is affecting my confidence levels and also my personality I feel nervous and problematic around heighted people Please help me

Question is closed
Writing an explanation of your symptoms through Ayurveda...
Analyzing through Ayurvedic framework0%

Doctors' responses

Your age ? If below 18-20 , u can join swimming classes, or can do strengthening excercise, if u concern about medicine then plz firstly confirm your age and weight

12744 answered questions
29% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies

After growth plates close (usually 16–18 boys, 14–16 girls), no medicine, exercise, yoga, Ayurveda, supplement or device can increase actual height. Height is 60–80% genetics + nutrition/hormones during puberty only. ✓If <16–17 (boys) or <14–15 (girls) , still some growth possible ✓If >18 then accept current height and build confidence/personality ✓If growth plates still open (maximize remaining growth) Sleep 9–10 hours deep every night (growth hormone release) High protein + calcium + vitamin D: eggs/milk/paneer/dal/sunlight 15–20 min daily Hanging, swimming, basketball, skipping 30 min/day ✓Mild Ayurvedic support: Ashwagandha 5 gm night + Shatavari 5 gm night with milk ✓What never works: Height pills, oils, powders, insoles, stretching machines, growth surgery ads ✓What really changes everything Perfect posture (adds 1–2 inches visually) Build muscle/shoulders (gym 3–4×/week) Fitted clothes, vertical stripes, good haircut Confidence: eye contact, calm voice, smiling = people notice presence, not inches Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

1920 answered questions
25% best answers
Doctor has prepared a treatment plan for you
Sitaram Shathavari Gulam - Sitaram Ayurveda
Ashvagandhadi Lehya - Dabur
Accepted response

0 replies

Here is a complete schedule for you to help you. Breakfast 8-9.30 am Upma, Poha, Idli, Dosa, Moong Dal Chilla, Vegetable Paratha (Potato paratha once in a while) with a cup of buffalo milk Mid Snack 11-11.30 am 1 fruit which ever you like Lunch 12.30-1.30pm A bowl of Dal A bowl of vegetable Roti Rice 2 tsp of ghee Hi Tea 4 -4.30pm 1 cup of milk with any breakfast item you like. You can have a fruit as well but than avoid milk. Dinner 7.30-8.30 pm 1 bowl of dal 1 bowl of vegetable Roti Rice 2 tsp of ghee ❌Things to Avoid❌ Processed food Oily food Ready to eat food Maida Desserts ✔️Must do✔️ Exercise is must Twice a week swimming or running Weight training if possible Surya namaskar daily atleast 10. Start from whatever is possible 💊Medication💊 Tab. Liv 52 DS 1 tab twice a day before food Tab. Asthiposhak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Praval Panchamrit 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Panchatiktak Guggul 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Triphala Guggul 2 tabs twice a day before food. Full body massage with lukewarm sesame seed oil followed by exercise. Take Tab. Bandy Plus (deworming medication) 1 tab at night before you start your medication. Remember you will not see effect in one or two days but you will notice changes within 15 days

2000 answered questions
17% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies

Please mention your age and gender for better management.

13379 answered questions
39% best answers

0 replies

Height growth mainly depends upon age and genetics Usually growth plates closes after 21 yrs so after that increasing height for 3 to 4 inches is not possible No medicine can significantly increase the height after that stage

4926 answered questions
37% best answers

0 replies

CAN YOU MENTION YOUR AGE ? ACCORDINGLY WE CAN ADVISE YOU

13597 answered questions
29% best answers

0 replies

What’s ur age Any comorbiditys???

15294 answered questions
34% best answers

0 replies

HELLO, In Ayurveda, growth and development depend on proper nourishment of all seven dhatus- especially the asthi dhatu (bone tissue) and mamsa dhatu (muscle tissue) If digestion is weak, nutrients from food don’t get converted properly into this Dhatus. This leads to slower physical development, even if the diet seems balanced COMMON AYURVEDIC CAUSES FOR SHORT HEIGHT -Sluggish digestion-> por nutrients absopriton -vata imbalance-> weak bone development and hormonal irregularity -kapha imbalance-> sluggish metabolism and low growth hormone function -genetic and hormonal influences=influence the ultimate height potential , but Ayurveda aims to optimise her natural capacity by balancing body system TREATMENT GOALS -enhance digestive fire for better nutrient assimilation -nourish and stregthen bone tissue -balance hormonal system naturally -promote sound sleep and stress free mind as growth hormone works best during deep rest -support overall vitality for sustainable growth and wellness INTERNAL MEDICATIONS 1) ASHWAGANDHA + SHATAVARI CHURNA= 1 tsp each with warm milk twice daily for 3 months =strengthens bones and muscles, supports hormone balance, promotes restful sleep, hormonal balance, especially adolescent girl, support reproductive ad endocrine health 2) AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp daily in moring =rich in vitamin C and calcium, boosts immunity ad tissue repair 3) BALA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with milk once daily = improves muscle tone and bone strength EXTERNAL TREATMENT 1) OIL MASSAGE= bala ashwagandhadi taila -warm oil massage for 10-15 min daily, followed by warm water bath =improves blood circulation, muscle tone, joint flexibility, and promotes calmness and sleep SUN EXPOSUURE -15-20min of early morning sunlight 7-9 am exposure helps natural vitamin D synthesis DIET -DAIRY= fresh milk, ghee, panner, curd, in daytime only -GRAINS= ragi, wheat, rice -PROTEIN SOURCES=moong dal, lentils , sprouts, soaked almonds, seed-pumpkin, sesame, flax -FRUITS= amla, banana, papaya, fig, dates -VEGETABLES= green leafy vegetables, drumstick, carrots, beets -NATURAL CALCIUM SOURCES=ragi, sesame seeds,almods, and cow’s milk AVOID -junk food, fried food, aerated drinks, packaged snacks -excessive sugar, caffeine, colas, tea, or skipping meals -late night eating or irregular sleep YOGA AND EXERCISE Regular physical activity stimulates the pituitary gland and helps posture, flexibility, and muscle tone -tadasana= stretches spine and bones -bhujangasana= strengthens back muscle -chakrasana= opens chest and spine -vrikshasana = improves balace and posutre -suryannamaskar= 6-12 rounds daily for metabolism and growth PRANAYAM -anulom vilom= balances hormones and calm the mind -bhramari=enhance pituitary function and relaxation -deep abdominal breathing HOME REMEDIES 1) ASHWAGANDHA MILK DRINK -mix 1 tsp powder + 1 cup warm milk + 1/2 tsp ghee + pinch off cardamom =bossts growth, calms mind, promotes sleep, 2) SESAME ALMOND MIX -powder roasted sesame and almonds store in jar. give 1 tsp daily with warm milk= natural calcium protein supplement 3) AMLA CANDY -enhances digestion and nutrient absorption LIFESTYLE GUIDANCE -Sleep= 8-9 hours, ideally 9 to 6 am -stress= avoid screen exposure before bedtime, promote healing, meditation, music -hydration= 8-10 glasses of warm water daily not cold -routine= fixed meal and sleep times stabilize hormones and metabolism Height depends 50-60% on genetics but 40-50 % on nutrition, hormones, and lifestyle where Ayurveda play a vital role DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU

13072 answered questions
27% best answers

0 replies

Height growth can happen within specific age for males height can grow till age of 25ys, for females till 20yrs. If you are within this age you can increase your height with proper exercises and diet and lifestyle. Diet rich in calcium rich foods like having bananas, milk and milk products, and protein diet. Exercises like swimming, stretching, legs involving physical activities like running, volleyball cycling, football … Give full body massage with sesame oil and expose to sunrays during sunrise or sunset time.

13581 answered questions
30% best answers

0 replies

About our doctors

Only qualified ayurvedic doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


Managing High Blood Pressure at 85 Years
How can my elderly friend regain energy after fever and cold?
Suggestions for Loose Skin and Wrinkles Due to Aging
Seeking Advice for Atrial Fibrillation and Weakness
Can my elderly father take ashwagandha with milk at night?
Difficulty Walking and Balance Issues in Elderly
Managing Multiple Health Issues at Age 70
Seeking Remedies for Hot Flushes, Insomnia, and Bone Spur
Seeking Advice for Healthy Living at 76
Can Neem Oil Help Plump My Thin and Wrinkled Face?
Seeking Advice on Daily Use of Suvarna Bhasma and Triphala
Recommendations for Strengthening Bones After Gallbladder Removal
Seeking Help for My Grandmother's Persistent Symptoms
How to help my dad strengthen his bones and get nutrients with small meals after stomach surgery?
Can Ayurveda Help Me Increase My Height?
Supplements for My Son with Hydrocephalus and Developmental Delays
Managing Hot Flashes and Foot Pain in a 67-Year-Old with Diabetes
How to Use Suvarnamukkadi Gulika for Memory Loss and Weakness in an Elderly Woman
Concerns About My Father's Urinary Control and Sugar Levels
How to treat my wife's paralysis after a stroke and help her regain movement?
Seeking Thicker Hair and Smoother Skin at 67
Seeking Ayurvedic Treatment for My Elderly Mother's Stroke and Eating Difficulties
Can Ayurveda Cure My Syrinx Condition?
How can I reduce my belly after having two kids?
Sleepy Episodes in My Elderly Father
Urgent Treatment for Weight Gain, Greying Hair, and Dull Skin
Seeking Health Improvement for My Elderly Mother with Multiple Conditions
Struggling with Stress, Sleep Issues, and Digestive Problems
Natural Remedies for Facial Structure and Body Restoration in Menopausal Women
Seeking Ayurvedic Alternatives to Spacks for a 60-Year-Old
Can a Senior Citizen Take Ayurvedic Medicine for Vata Control Alongside Allopathic Medications?
Seeking Natural Remedies for Peri-Menopause Symptoms
Is Rasayana Rasa Safe for My Elderly Father with Memory Issues?
Is Suvarna Vasant Malti Safe for My 85-Year-Old Father with Low Hemoglobin?
Natural Ways to Delay Aging Effects for Men
Elderly Body Pain that Moves Around
Seeking Advice on Vita M Tablet for Vata-Kapha Balance
Best Fluids for Ileostomy Reversal Preparation at 80 Years Old
Best Deep Medicine Healing Retreats in Goa
Can I still increase my height at 17 years old?
Managing Post-Menopausal Symptoms and Diabetes in My Mother
How to stabilize my weight and appetite after stress and loss?
How to Lose Post-Pregnancy Belly Fat and Tighten Skin?
Seeking Help for My 84-Year-Old Mother's Joint Pain and Weakness
Incorporating Geriforte for a Healthy Lifestyle at 58
Help with Menopause Symptoms and Wrinkles
Seeking Remedies for Hair Regrowth, Greying, and Skin Wrinkles During Perimenopause
Memory Issues and Anxious Nature in Elderly Mother
Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for Kidney Health in Elderly with High BP and Diabetes
what is swarna bhasma
Concerns About Long-term Use of Churna
Inquiry About Osteoporosis and Hormonal Imbalance Treatment
Help for My Father's Swollen Hands and Feet
Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for Liver Rejuvenation and Anti-Aging
Can my elderly mother take Supragya for sleep?
How to improve memory and sleep quality in a 74-year-old with prostate issues and low intimacy?
Seeking Guidance for Premature Aging and Hair Greying
How can I increase my height?
Concerns About Height and Growth
Managing Elevated TSH and Chronic Back Pain in an Active Elderly
How to treat my wife's paralysis symptoms after 8 months, especially with limited movement and feeding issues?
Managing Vitamin Deficiencies and Cholesterol Levels at 60
Advice on Safed Musli and Ashwagandha for Diabetes and Heart Health
Weakness and Atrophy After Polio Infection
Managing Menopausal Symptoms and Related Health Issues
Seeking Remedies for Burning Sensation in Feet and Long-term Stomach Aches
Managing Joint Pain and Low Energy During Perimenopause
Natural Ways to Rejuvenate Nerves After Excessive Masturbation
Is my waking time too late for my health?
Maximizing Height Growth Potential
Seeking Energy and Solutions for Puffy Eyes and Sleep Issues
Persistent Fever and Joint Pain in a 60-Year-Old Woman
Advice for Menopause-related Joint Pain and Weight Loss
Why is my beard turning white despite using Triphala Amrit?
Looking for Rejuvenative Ayurvedic Tonics for Stress Relief
Is Chavanprash Safe for My Autistic Grandson?
Can I use Chandanabalalakshadi oil for my elderly father in cold weather?
How can I rebuild my muscles with diabetes and CKD?
Is it safe for me to take Chyawanprash daily?
Seeking Natural Remedies for Insomnia in Elderly
Can I Improve My Health at 82 as a Controlled Diabetes Patient?
Managing Joint Pain During Menopause
Numb Toes and Dietary Suggestions for Seniors
How can I lose belly fat at 60 while recovering from an injury?
Concerns About Collagen and Aging
Seeking Treatment for Scalp Burning Sensation in Elderly Relative
Elderly Lady Seeking Advice on Hair Oil and Pain
How can I maximize my growth potential as a 17-year-old male?
Seeking Ways to Reverse Osteoporosis at 68
Best Remedies for Improving Memory and Concentration at Age 60
Managing Joint Pain and Fatigue After Hysterectomy
Seeking Advice for Peripheral Neuropathy Pain and Numbness
Which Rasayana is Best for Overcoming Fear of Illness?
Seeking Treatment for Tingling and Coldness in Legs and Feet
Elderly Couple Experiencing Fatigue and Loss of Appetite After Illness
Addressing Sarcopenia and Muscle Loss at 79
Ayurvedic Recommendations for Memory Loss in Seniors
How to Use Vaidyaratanam Vasitone Tablet and Kerala Ayurveda Navajeevanam Rasayanam?
Can I Increase My Height Naturally?
Managing Diabetes and Kidney Health in Elderly

Doctors online

Latest reviews

Nora
5 hours ago
This answer really cleared things up for me. The advice feels spot on, and I appreciate the clear explanation. Thanks for the help!
This answer really cleared things up for me. The advice feels spot on, and I appreciate the clear explanation. Thanks for the help!
Kayden
9 hours ago
Thanks for breaking it down so clearly! I was worried, but your explanation really helped me understand what steps to take next. Appreciate it!
Thanks for breaking it down so clearly! I was worried, but your explanation really helped me understand what steps to take next. Appreciate it!
Paul
13 hours ago
Thanks! That was super helpful and clear. Your advice on what to try and avoid really resonated with me. Feeling more optimistic now!
Thanks! That was super helpful and clear. Your advice on what to try and avoid really resonated with me. Feeling more optimistic now!
Mateo
18 hours ago
Thanks a bunch! I found this answer super helpful - exactly the kind of practical advice I needed. Will def give those a try. 🌿
Thanks a bunch! I found this answer super helpful - exactly the kind of practical advice I needed. Will def give those a try. 🌿