Are you lowkey upset that you are actually not as tall as these famous K-pop stars, sensation Lee Minho or Blackpink Lisa? Do you wonder how you, or, your kids could grow taller to match the stunning heights of these stars?

With the rise of tall and attractive "oppas" and "unnies", it's understandable that some may start to feel self-conscious about their own height or that of their children.

This explains why parents, in general, are increasingly concerned about their children’s height and are unable to keep up with the “taller” group, especially if they themselves are of shorter stature.

Factors That Determine Height

Height is mainly determined by genetics (60-80%) and environmental factors (20-40%) such as diet and lifestyle.1 

This means that DNA has a big impact on your height, because it is responsible for about 60 to 80% of how tall you get. Scientists have found more than 700 different genetic variations that can affect a person’s height. Certain hormones in your body, such as thyroid hormones, growth hormones, and sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen, can also affect your growth and height.2

The remaining 20 to 40% is due to environmental factors like nutrition and lifestyle.  Good nutrition is especially important during childhood and adolescence as this is the time when our bodies are growing the most. As we get older, our bodies produce less growth hormone, which can affect our height.  Although height growth usually stops around age 18 - 204, proper and well-supplemented nutrition during this critical time can help your child reach maximum height.  

A 2016 study of 18.6 million people in 200 countries found that in the last century, the average person was taller in 1996 than in 1896.3 The increase in average height over the last 100 years may be due to improved nutrition.

Image credit from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Growth_hormone 

Maximising Your Kid’s Height With IGF-1 

To understand the scientific background of growing taller, let’s examine a hormone called Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 or IGF-1 that is responsible for stimulating growth in childhood and adolescence. 

IGF-1 increases during childhood and peaks during puberty5, which is the most important time for growth. In adulthood,  IGF-1 slowly decreases in both males and females.

During puberty, the pituitary gland in the brain releases a surge of growth hormone, that triggers the release of IGF-1.5 This IGF-1 hormone supports the development and division of cells, especially muscle, bone and cartilage cells. 

• IGF-1 promotes bone tissue growth by increasing osteoblast activity.6,7 This makes bones stronger and longer, leading to increased height in kids.
• IGF-1 also boosts collagen production, which increases the strength of bones and connective tissue.6,7

Babies Born With IGF-1 Deficiency Are Shorter Than Healthy Babies

A study has found that newborns born with Laron syndrome (LS), a condition associated with  IGF-1 deficiency are shorter on average than healthy babies.8 

In the study, the children with LS were treated with IGF-1 and were found that a growth rate of  3 – 4.7 cm/year before treatment, and increased to 8.2 – 9.1 cm/year after IGF-1 treatment.8

IGF-1 deficiency can inhibit bone growth and overall growth development, resulting in a child growing shorter than normal. These findings suggest that IGF-1 plays a critical role in promoting growth in children, and is a vital hormone to facilitate their overall development.

How Does Kordel's TRUTALL Help Your Child To Grow Taller

Introducing Kordel’s Kids Trutall to maximize your child's growth potential. This unique blend of growth factors, includes IGH Factor (Korean Plant Extract, Lysine, Calcium), Colostrum, vitamins, and minerals that stimulate IGF-1 and ensure your child reaches their full height potential. 

What Is IGH Factor In Kordel’s Trutall 

• A natural formula combination of Korean plant herb extract, Lysine, and Calcium to stimulate and promote human growth. 
• A study shows that the Korean patented plant herbs extract can boost IGF-1 levels up to 30% in the blood for bone growth.9 
• Lysine is beneficial for strong bones as it increases collagen production and improves calcium absorption.
• A study has shown that three months of  Lysine supplementation resulted in a 25% increase in height and a 50% weight gain compared to the control group.10
• Calcium is responsible for bone growth and works hand-in-hand with colostrum which is rich in growth-boosting nutrients to create a formula to optimize growth.
• Regular intake of IGH factor increases IGF-1 and bone density and lengthens the spine.9 
• IGH safely increases height with its natural amino acid and vitamin blend that promotes bone development and overall health

IGH Factors increase height with human growth hormone that promotes bone growth and development and has been shown to boost self-esteem by helping your child grow taller.

Recommended dosage 

For children 2-5 years old: take 1 sachet once or twice daily 

For children 6-12 years old: take 2-3 sachets daily

For children 13 years and older: take 3 sachets daily

Dissolve one sachet (10g) in 100 ml of warm water. Mix well before drinking.

In Conclusion

Give your child the boost they need to reach their full height potential with Kordel's Kids Trutall. This delicious malt chocolate-flavoured supplement offers a comprehensive approach to supporting your child's growth. With Kordel's Kids Trutall, you can be sure that your child is getting the right nutrients to reach their growth potential. Boost your child's confidence today and make sure their height development is on track with Kordel's Kids Trutall! 

References 

1. Is height determined by genetics?: MedlinePlus Genetics. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/traits/height/
2. Silver, N. (2022). How to Increase Height: Is It Possible? Factors Involved. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-increase-height#other-factors
3. NCD Risk Factor Collaboration (NCD-RisC). A century of trends in adult human height. Elife. 2016 Jul 26;5:e13410. doi: 10.7554/eLife.13410. PMID: 27458798; PMCID: PMC4961475.
4. Tinsley, G. (2023). Is It Possible to Increase Your Height After 18? Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/increasing-height#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3
5. Brinkman JE, Tariq MA, Leavitt L, et al. Physiology, Growth Hormone. [Updated 2023 May 1]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482141/
6. Locatelli, V., & Bianchi, V. E. (2014). Effect of GH/IGF-1 on Bone Metabolism and Osteoporsosis. International Journal of Endocrinology, 2014. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/235060 
7. Giustina, A., Mazziotti, G., & Canalis, E. (2008). Growth Hormone, Insulin-Like Growth Factors, and the Skeleton. Endocrine Reviews, 29(5), 535-559. https://doi.org/10.1210/er.2007-0036
8. Laron Z. Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1): a growth hormone. Molecular Pathology 2001;54:311-316.
9. JS Kim. Effect of YGF251 on Secretion of IGF-1 in Human Blood. Korean J. Biotechnol. Bioeng. 2002. 
10. Effect of 3-month lysine supplementation on growth and muscle function parameters in pre-pubertal Indian girls. Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics. 2018.