5 Foods That Can Make You Grow Taller

While genetics do affect your height, environmental factors such as nutrition are just as (if not more) important when it comes to make sure you reach the height you desire.

To promote natural growth, there are a number of nutrients that you must include in your diet.

Here you can find 10 foods that contain these nutrients, and that will help you increase your height.

1. Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, etc)

Dairy products are great for making sure you grow optimally. Cow milk is a rich source of protein, which is one of the body's most important building blocks. It has about 8 grams per cup (240 ml).

Yogurt contains 12-18 grams per 5 oz portion. Half a cup of cottage cheese contains 14 grams protein.

Dairy products are also rich in calcium and as bones are essentially made out of calcium, it's intake is necessary for bone growth and skeletal development. A lack of calcium during childhood or adolescence can lead to growth issues and not having the right bone density.

Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium and the correct functioning of calcium in the body.

If you can consume dairy products (don't have an allergy or intolerance), this is a great food that can't be missing in your daily diet.

2. Chicken

Chicken is another food that is very high on protein, containing around 20 grams per 3-once serving, and many other essential nutrients. It contains high amounts of vitamin B12, which is a vitamin that is key when it comes to growing taller.

3. Salmon

Salmon is a type of fish that is famous for having plenty of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 is a type of healthy fat that's crucial for the body's growth.

Plus, salmon is high in protein, B vitamins, and potassium. All very important nutrients when it comes to growing taller naturally.

4. Eggs

Eggs are yet another great source of protein; a large egg contains about 6 grams of protein.

Eggs also have lots of other vitamins and minerals that are key for growing taller. Including vitamin D, discussed earlier.

5. Beans

Beans (and other legumes in general) are rich in protein, magnesium, calcium, and fiber.

Beans are notoriously rich in iron, which can help to protect against anemia; a condition in which there is a lack of healthy red blood cells. Plus, iron is required for tissue growth. Iron deficiency may also contribute to delayed growth in children.

Also, beans are rich in many other nutrients. Like: copper, magnesium (another important nutrient for growth), manganese, and zinc.

Conclusion

Nutrition plays a huge role in making sure you have the proper development. You, quite literally, "are what you eat".

Making sure your daily diet has the right amount and variety of nutrients, will help you grow taller as well as keeping your height. Plus, it will make sure you are healthy.

You can find more about nutrition and other important factors for growing taller naturally in the Height Burst program.