Motherly love is overflowing, but you must also avoid thunder! Celebrities add "height-increasing powder" to their children's food, causing controversy

In this era of information explosion, every move of celebrities can always touch the hearts of thousands of families. Recently, the heated discussion caused by actor Deng for adding "height-increasing powder" to his son's diet is like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.

But behind this carnival about "growing taller", how many parents are worried and misunderstood about their children's height?

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1. The truth about height-enhancing powder

Let’s face it, there is no officially certified “height-increasing powder” on the market.

What actor Deng mentioned might be a supplement containing specific amino acids (such as lysine and γ-aminobutyric acid) . Although these ingredients are believed to have a growth-promoting effect, they are not a panacea. They are more suitable for children with growth retardation caused by severe nutritional imbalance or specific diseases , rather than daily dietary supplements for ordinary children.

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2. Experts warn: Risks of premature puberty

What is even more worrying is that blindly supplementing these ingredients may cause the risk of precocious puberty in children and initiate puberty development too early. Although it seems that the height increases sharply in the short term, it actually overdraws the future growth potential, resulting in shorter height in the end. Parents must not be blinded by the "immediate" effect and ignore the long-term health impact.

3. Be rational about height anxiety

Under the social concept that "tall = advantage", many parents fall into the vortex of height anxiety, but every child has his or her own growth rhythm, and forced intervention will only backfire. Staying rational and realizing that a child's height is affected by multiple factors such as genetics, nutrition, and environment is the first step to alleviating anxiety.

4. Seek medical treatment first and make scientific assessment

When facing height problems, the wisest approach is to seek the help of a professional doctor. Through a comprehensive physical examination and evaluation, you can understand the child's growth curve, bone age, hormone levels and other key indicators, and develop a personalized growth plan. The doctor will give scientific and reasonable suggestions based on the child's specific situation, rather than blindly following the height-increasing products on the market.

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5. Balanced diet, natural growth

A balanced diet is the basis for a child's healthy growth. It ensures a comprehensive intake of nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and minerals. Eat more vegetables and fruits, and consume a moderate amount of meat and dairy products. Let the child's body thrive in a natural nutritional environment. No food is a "magic drug" for growing taller. Balance is the king.

6. Psychological care is equally important

In addition to physical health, children's mental health should not be ignored. Height anxiety is often accompanied by psychological burden on children. Parents should give their children enough care and encouragement, let them understand that height is not the only criterion for measuring value, and cultivate their self-confidence and diversified values.

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7. Parents' Action Guide

📍⏩ Regular monitoring: Regularly record your child’s height data, draw a growth curve, and detect abnormalities in time.

📍⏩Scientific intervention: Carry out necessary intervention measures under the guidance of professional doctors, such as nutritional supplements, exercise plans, etc.

📍⏩ Adjust your mindset: Parents themselves should also adjust their mindset, look at their children’s height issues rationally, and avoid conveying anxiety.

📍⏩ Good environment: Create a healthy, harmonious and loving environment for children to grow up in.

8. Refuse to blindly follow the trend and protect your children’s health

We call on all parents to refuse to blindly follow the trend and not to easily believe in the so-called "online secrets". To protect the healthy growth of children, we need to practice with a scientific attitude, professional knowledge and full of love, and create a blue sky for the healthy growth of children!

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Editor | Mujiji