Does milk increase growth spurt? The complete truth about dairy and height
                                
                                
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                                Studies suggest that while milk provides important nutrients for growth, genetics are the single largest factor determining a person's adult height. This raises the common question: Does milk increase growth spurt, or is its role in a child’s height often overstated?