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Homeopathic Medicine to Get Taller

We are all born with a genetic predisposition to how tall we can actually grow. That doesn't mean our future height is completely out of our control. Proper diet plays a major role in reaching your body's maximum height potential. In addition to proper nutrition, some may be interested in alternatives to achieving maximum growth. If you are interested in homeopathic remedies to make you taller, there are supplements available.

  1. About Homeopathy

    • According to a National Health Interview Survey, 3.9 million adults and 900,000 children used homeopathy in 2006. Homeopathy is a whole medical approach used for wellness and prevention, as well as treating diseases and conditions. The main principle of homeopathy is "like cures like," which states that a disease can be cured by a substance that produces similar symptoms in healthy people. Another key element of homeopathy is the principle of dilution. This principle states that the lower the dose of medication, the greater its effectiveness.

    Homeopathic Medicines for Growth

    • There are some homeopathic supplements that claim to make you taller. One such supplement is Height-Growth Plus. According to its website, Height-Growth Plus contains all-natural hormones and nutrients specifically designed to promote healthy growth. They claim expected growth of 1 to 5 inches within a year. A 16-month supply of this homeopathic remedy will set you back around $300.

      Another popular homeopathic supplement is Heightex. Each capsule of Heightex contains Baryta Carb, Sileca and Calcium Phosphate. Heightex can be found at many homeopathic stores and runs about $25 for a monthly supply.

      If you cannot find Heightex, several of the active ingredients are available at homeopathic stores as well.

    Warning

    • The United States National Institute of Health issued the following precautions for those who are considering homeopathic medical treatment:

      Do not use homeopathy as a replacement for proven conventional care or to postpone seeing a doctor about a medical problem.

      Look for published research studies on homeopathy for the health condition you are interested in.

      If you are considering using homeopathy and decide to seek treatment from a homeopath, ask about the training and experience of the practitioner you are considering.

      Women who are pregnant or nursing, or people who are thinking of using homeopathy to treat a child, should consult their health care provider.

      Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use.

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