Does Sugar Prevent You from Growing Taller? The Scientific Truth
                                
                                
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                                According to pediatric endocrinologists, ingesting high amounts of sugar can trigger excess insulin release, which is known to temporarily inhibit human growth hormone (HGH). This hormonal disruption suggests that while sugar doesn't directly stop growth, it can negatively influence a person's ultimate height potential, especially during developmental years.