How did Japanese become taller?

Why are some Japanese people so tall?

This article looks at why some Japanese people are taller than their peers in other countries. It explores historical context, genetic factors, nutrition and diet, lifestyle habits, education system, economic factors and more to understand the phenomenon. Factors such as improved nutrition due to increased access to nutritious foods, regular exercise, avoiding smoking tobacco and getting enough sleep all contribute to physical growth during childhood and adolescence. Genetic markers are also believed to be linked with increased height potential for Japanese people. The economic situation of a country can also have an impact on its citizens’ health including their physical growth potential due to access or lack thereof to nutritious foods or medical care.

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How did Japanese become taller?

This article examines the factors that have contributed to the increased average height among Japanese people over the past century. It looks at historical context, genetics, diet and nutrition, exercise and activity levels, education levels and economic development as possible causes. The evidence presented suggests that all these factors have played a role in increasing heights among Japanese people. Genetics may be an important factor in determining individual height but environmental factors such as diet, nutrition, exercise, education levels and economic development are just as influential when it comes to increasing population heights.