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Why am i so short?


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Height is multifactorial. Your height is based on genetics, environment, possible exposure to harmful substances and nutrition.

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Most of a person's height comes from genetics and diet. Did you know that Some people think it's super attractive! ChaCha!

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You are short due to genetics. Somewhere in your family there was someone who gave you a short gene. ChaCha!

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60 to 80 percent of the difference in height between individuals is determined by genetic factors, whereas 20 to 40 percent MORE?

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One's ultimate height is determined by a complex interaction of many factors including nutrition, genes, and overall health.

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That's a matter of your genetic disposition. You may be short even as an adult, or you may hit a growth spurt. It's hard to say!

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Because your parents or your grand parents are short.It just runs in your family.Maybe your just a late bloomer.

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Genetics. But you may still grow so don't worry! Thanks for using ChaCha!

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The reasons for shortness are both genetic & environmental. Your parents definitely affected your height, as did your early life!

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