There are a variety of myths and methods that many people think will help or hinder your quest to be tall:

* The idea that masturbation affected height was probably used to frighten childen - masturbation does not directly affect your height, BUT it could possibly indirectly affect your height. Every time men ejaculate, they lose approximately 3-5g of Zinc - Zinc is important for growing taller becuase it helps cell division and can help you grow for longer (reduce estrogen). This is no problem is you get an adequate amount of zinc and protein every day.

* The "shinbone routine" is a popular method for people who have finished their puberty and is harmful to your growth plate. In studies on animals, acts similar to "kicking with an ankle weight" stimulated the ossification of the growth plate because of the stress it taxes on the bones and growth plate cartilage. It is ineffective and dangerous!

* Caffeine can hinder your goal to be tall, but only if you get stressed out after drinking it. Some people don't get stressed out after drinking caffeine, but most people do. Stressful situations result in a decrease of human growth hormone, this is becuase the negative hormone called cortisol is produced which can prevent you from being taller. If you are regularly stressed then try to do an activity that is relaxing such as meditation.