Short of having surgery, you really want to grow a bit taller than your height now. It is not because you want to be a professional basketball player or a fashion model. You just want to have that extra few inches to gain more self confidence. You are not that short but you can do with a few more inches. Are there really ways to gain more height naturally?

Stretch those muscles - You can't stretch your bones but you can definitely do some stretching that can benefit you height-wise. There are exercises that can help strengthen the muscles that support your spine. If properly done, the stretching can have a positive effect in your growth.

Eat the properly - Stop eating junk food and sweets. Stop drinking colas and drinks with caffeine. Eat nutritious meals and drinks. Proper nutrition is essential for growth. Being overweight does not mean you are eating nutritious food. On the contrary. You may be eating your way to grow horizontally and not vertically.

Exercise at least 4 times a week - Go jogging. Go swimming. Go play tennis or basketball. Go dancing or hit the gym. It does not matter what kind of exercise you do just as long as you do. The exercise can help you lengthen and strengthen your muscles and limbs which is good thing in relation to adding height.

Avoid alcohol, cigarettes and drugs - No matter how others perceive it, clean living is clean living. The harmful effects of harmful substances can do you no good, health-wise and growth-wise. Take care of your body by avoiding such stuff.

Sunshine is good for you - Getting your daily dose of sunlight would do you well. A good dose does not pertain to aiming for a tan but rather exposing yourself for a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes a day for your daily dose of vitamin D, essential for bone health and growth.