Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old girl. I want to increase my height. My height is now 5.1 inches but I want to increase it to 5.5 inches. I tried ashwagandha with cow's milk but my BP has been low because of taking it. So please suggest a medication that will increase my height. Please help.
Hello. Growth and development of the body mostly depend on the growth hormone, which is secreted by the pituitary gland. The secretion is managed through some genetic code present in your chromosomes. Up to the age of 18, almost all development process is completed. So getting further growth is not possible. Some ayurvedic medicines and yoga techniques may be helpful to you. You can take the following medicines. Do regular yoga and pranayama. It helps to improve your metabolism. Do regular Tadasana, Kapalbhati and Anulom Vilom.  Avoid spicy and fried foods.  Eat fibrous foods and fruits as well as green leafy vegetables.  Drink plenty of water. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online -->