Meeta Lall Nutrition expert, New Delhi. Log in to www.theweek.in and click on ASK EXPERT to post your queries online.
VIDYA: I am 13 and my height is 157 centimetres. I attained puberty at age 11. I weigh 53 kilos. I want to increase my height without increasing my weight. In the past one year, I don’ t find myself growing much. I seemed to grow fast during the puberty stage. But, suddenly, it has come to a standstill. I hope I will grow.
You are a tall girl and you will continue to gain height but at a much slower rate. Your weight for height ratio will also improve. Do not even think of dieting as you are just fine. Remember, you are still growing and dieting or restricting calories can jeopardise your mental, emotional and sexual development. So, instead of eating less, you really need to eat the right kind of food in the right amount at the right time. Remember, girls who do not eat well during their adolescence jeopardise their chances of having a healthy pregnancy and a robust child.
Keep the following points in mind and you will soon be on the road to good health:
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