What determines your height?

  First things first are to establish what determines how tall you are going to be. These are not set in stone but often give a good indicator of how tall you are going to be. Height is determined by a range of factors such as genetics, sex, medical conditions, nutrition, and exercise. Studies in genetics have shown that this is the biggest factor in a person’s height. If you have tall parents, you are likely to be tall as well.   Women tend to be smaller than men though this is not always the case. Certain medical conditions like arthritis, cancer, and the prolonged use of steroids can also affect height. Good nutrition can help promote growth. Eating a diet of calcium and protein can help you maximize your growth potential.   However, there are ways to increase your height as an adult or to at least look taller.