Health - 21 May 2007

Hi, I'm 17 (18 in June), 6' 185 lbs. I was wondering if I could still grow at least 2 inches or anything at all really (I've been 6' for about a year or two). I eat a lot and work out and run and play basketball some. I've been trying to increase my muscle mass but I also want to actually get a little taller at least. I was wondering if it is possible (or likely) and if there is anything that could help me grow (besides milk and protein, I get enough of that). Will I grow any more? And are there any supplements or miracle foods that I can eat to help that would be safe? Please answer honestly I don't want to get my hopes up, just my height!

2007-05-21 09:23:19 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

I am 13 girl. I'm not exactly working on "losing weight." - Just firming and toning up. Well, I have been skipping quite a few meals, a lot actually. I usually just pick at dinner, because that is when I have to eat (I get up first in the morning and then I'm at school for lunch, so not eating throughout the day isn't a problem.) well, i know that it's unhealthy, but it's just that I don't know how to eat right...
what foods should i eat and not eat? i don't know. but i hate doing what I am now to my body. please help me.

2007-05-21 09:23:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

I would never ask my mother that question, it's a little embarrassing ... so somebody enlighten me.. :)

2007-05-21 09:22:38 · 5 answers · asked by chocolateolivia 2 in Women's Health

2007-05-21 09:22:27 · 7 answers · asked by Hoopitup3621 1 in Men's Health

2007-05-21 09:22:15 · 7 answers · asked by sabrina 3 in Heart Diseases

I WAS 108 pounds but i went on a diet and am now 93 ounds i lost 15 pounds!! Am i fat though ill post my eating habits and exercises under additional details

also do i appear thinner after puberty?

2007-05-21 09:21:23 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

2007-05-21 09:20:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Women's Health

please dont give me long answers please

2007-05-21 09:18:40 · 8 answers · asked by ali.m.s 1 in STDs

I am worried for my daughter. She is unhappy [im the users mum]. Money isbecoming a worry.I have lost my enthuiasm. I suffer severe pain in my back, stress and anxiety,some stupid doctor told me I should get out more. I dont see my work friends anymore, I feel like my life has gone off the rails.I need advice as I have run out of ideas of what to do. im in uk.

2007-05-21 09:16:32 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

are ectopic beats serious?

2007-05-21 09:16:22 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

2007-05-21 09:14:01 · 8 answers · asked by m.p. 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-05-21 09:13:52 · 10 answers · asked by justme123 1 in Diet & Fitness

My four yr old is complaining of a ear ache in his right ear. I have told the doctor this two times and on both occasions no ear infection. He says it hurt on the inside. What else could be wrong?

2007-05-21 09:12:18 · 7 answers · asked by ChildofGod 2 in Pain & Pain Management

I know this is such a weird question, but I have really been wondering. What's in tooth paste that makes you not be able to swallow it.

2007-05-21 09:11:27 · 8 answers · asked by Abby 3 in Other - Health

I'm 5'7'' and 147 pounds is this a healthy weight i've been trying to lose 5-10 but i cant seem to

2007-05-21 09:10:37 · 5 answers · asked by mal 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-05-21 09:10:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

My friend has a wart on her hand.

2007-05-21 09:09:19 · 5 answers · asked by needstoknowquick 1 in Skin Conditions

I have twin toddlers and I hate taking them to the church nursery because 9 out of 10 times, they come down with a cold or some other "bug" a few days later (even though the nursery has a "no sick kids allowed" policy). As a result, we avoid taking them when possible. I regularly, however, have other parents tell me that it's better to allow them to get sick over and over now, so by the time they are school-aged, they won't have so many colds or other illnesses.
Personally, I don't buy it. Aren't there hundreds of strains of colds/flu/etc? Seems to me, they're going to continue to catch whatever is out there, now AND later, because colds don't share the same germs and thoughtless parents continue to bring their sick children to public places. What's the real science here?

2007-05-21 09:08:39 · 4 answers · asked by Erica in the Show Me State 2 in Infectious Diseases

I have just recently lost a lot of weight. I have lost my baby fat, and I am, well growing up. Well, almost everyone I know thinks that I am anorexic. I know that they care about me and everything, but I don't know how I can get them to believe me when I say that I'm not anorexic. Whenever I'm not hungry for a meal, and don't eat very much, they'll get all concerned. But most of the time, I'll eat normally. C'mon, I'm a normal kid when it comes to food. Also, if I go to the bathroom, they always think that I have just made myself throw up. I swear, I have never never never done that in my life. It's been said that if you do that, your eyes will water, or you will have a runny nose. Ever since the time when I was crying in the bathroom (which just happened to be after a meal), (also, this was just because I was sad with some things in my life - but that's besides the point)Ever since then, they've been thinking that I make myself throw up. Note: this happend about 2-3 times.whatcanido?

2007-05-21 09:08:30 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

I don't have the typical black under-eye circles. Rather, the swelling under both of my eyes is more of a violet color. Also, the skin under my eyes is so thin and delicate that you can see a vein on both sides.

Does this mean I'm experiencing food allergies? I'm 16. I drink enough water, sleep enough, exercise and I'm extremely healthy.

2007-05-21 09:08:29 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I'm Female

2007-05-21 09:07:31 · 6 answers · asked by Rebecca T 1 in Diet & Fitness

I am over wieght and my doctors says that I am my way of being type 2 diabetic... How long until I am diabetic and what exact food should I avoid. I had by sugar tested and they said it was high. just wondering how long I will l last if I dont change
thanks....I am tired all the time I get wierd feelings in my arm and legs (numbness) I also get horrible headaches (migranes) with a whomp whomp in my ears...
thanks

2007-05-21 09:06:04 · 13 answers · asked by GrassRootsRabbits 3 in Diabetes

only because I know of three young women who have had like
8 abortions each instead of going on birth control...and I think
it is sooo sad because I could only have one miracle child...

2007-05-21 09:05:42 · 8 answers · asked by ♥Saw Dust♥ 7 in Women's Health

look it up on the internet?...i dont want it cut out...i hate needles any other remedys???????

2007-05-21 09:04:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

what are some quick and easy ways to lose around 15 pounds and how can i speed up my metabolism without taking any pills? i play basketball and i tried lifting weights for a few weeks but i see no change...what should i do?

2007-05-21 09:02:06 · 31 answers · asked by Kuro 1 in Diet & Fitness

I get kidney and bacterial infections all the time. This one is together and my doctor gave me atiobotics Thursday and today is Monday. I still feel nausaus and my lower back hurts. When should I feel better? How long does it take for the meds to kick in? Or should they have already?

2007-05-21 08:59:11 · 2 answers · asked by shawnie 3 in Women's Health

2007-05-21 08:58:00 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

i was taking a nap Saturday,and awoke suddenly with horrible acid reflux heartburn all the way up into my throat.I coughed on the acid,and choked,and gasped to catch my breath.Soon,it was a little better,but i need to know if this is a serious situation.Anybody,including doctors,are welcome to answer.

2007-05-21 08:57:06 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

i have tried to smoke but i just cough how do i smoke

2007-05-21 08:53:34 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

the accident now do u think its possible for me to get bi polar from the accident?

2007-05-21 08:53:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health